Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED vs Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED and Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED | Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20088 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Release Year | 2000 | 2020 |
| Release Date | 2020-01-07 | |
| MSRP | 1494 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 9497 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR 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-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR 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-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | Ring-Type Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 145 cm | 200 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,16 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F4 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Construction | 10 elements / 6 groups | 25 elements / 19 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | ED, fluorite and SR elements + Nano Crystal and Arneo coatings |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Focal Length | 300 mm | 120-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
180 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | 4 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 90 mm | 128 mm |
| Length | 222 mm | 304 mm |
| Weight | 1440 gr | 3250 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F4 D IF-ED |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 112 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included (Pull Out/Extendable) | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | N/A | HK-41 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |