Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm F2.8G ED VR II

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

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. 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...

No Wao factor!

Honestly, I did not get the WAO factor I was expecting on my first shots with this lens.Perhaps my expectations were set too high. It was a perfect overcast day but no birds.So I focussed on the backs of trees.

I put off buying this lens for sometime time simply because of the price tag. I finally made the purchase and honestly cant believe how great this lens is. Even with the 1.4 converter this lens is razor sharp. Absolutely a must for anyone who shoots sports.