Fantastic Optic

I struggled with the decision to buy this lens given it's hefty price tag but I have to say it is worth every penny. The sharpness is quite frankly unbelievable and although I'd read about it's fast focus it has to be seen to be believed.

Consistent Output; Durable; Easily Interchangeable; Quick Focus; Rugged; Sharp Focus; Strong Construction

Heavy

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G ED VRII Review

Handling and features Performance Verdict Specification Nikon's latest flagship 300mm f/2.8 lens isn't a lens for everyone. The price of around ￡4000 means only the rich, or those who need the very best performance will be able to justify the cost.

Outstanding optical quality; Super fast focusing; Low Chromatic aberration; Low distortion; Excellent build quality

Heavy; Expensive

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II Review

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II ($5,499.95) is one of those lenses that hobbyists lust after and certain professionals absolutely need to get their jobs done. Its long focal length and bright aperture make it a solid choice for shooting sports, especially in the difficult lighting you find in many venues, and wildlife photographers will appreciate the ability to pair with a teleconverter and still focus and track moving subjects at full speed. Its image quality, focus performance, and build quality earn our Editors' Choice. Design: No Corners Cut The 300mm f/2.8G ($5,496.95 at Amazon) is huge. It measures 10.5 by 4.9 inches (HD) and weighs 6.4 pounds. But despite its bulk, I found it comfortable to handhold for short periods of time, though I'd recommend pairing with a monopod for extended use. There's an integrated tripod collar; it rotates so you can switch from landscape to portrait orientation and has a thumbscrew to lock it in place. The front element is huge, so...

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II is a big, expensive telephoto lens with a bright aperture and the superb build that working professionals demand.

Wide aperture; Quite sharp; Minimal distortion; Rear filter support; Pro-grade build; Rotating tripod collar; Focus hold and memory functions; Teleconverter compatibility

Heavy; Pricey; Vignette at f/2.8