Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED vs Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED and Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED | Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED | Nikon Nikkor AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20068 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Release Year | 2000 | 2017 |
| Release Date | 2017-07-11 | |
| MSRP | 1494 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 596 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | Stepper Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 145 cm | 125 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,25 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F4 |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 70 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Construction | 10 elements / 6 groups | 18 elements / 14 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 1 ED element |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Focal Length | 300 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
230 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | 4.5 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Length | 222 mm | 146 mm |
| Weight | 1440 gr | 680 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 E ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included (Pull Out/Extendable) | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | N/A | HB-82 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |