Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR vs Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR and Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR | Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 2223 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Release Year | 2004 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-06 | |
| MSRP | 5499 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 1996 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF 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 F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 220 cm | 140 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,24 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F4 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Construction | 11 elements / 8 groups | 16 elements / 10 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 1 ED element 1 phase fresnel element Fluorine coating Nano crystal coating |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Focal Length | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR |
Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | 4 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 124 mm | 89 mm |
| Length | 268 mm | 148 mm |
| Weight | 2870 gr | 755 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 300mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-30 | HB-73 |
| Tripod Collar | Included |
Not included (but available as accessory) |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | RT-1 |