Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR vs Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II is faster by 1.4 stops (f/2.8 vs f/4.5), letting in more light.
- Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR goes wider (55mm vs 70mm).
- Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR reaches further (300mm vs 200mm).
| Spec | AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR | AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Zoom | Telephoto Zoom |
| Focal length | 55-300mm (wider) | 70-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.5 | f/2.8 (faster) |
| Released | 2010 | n/a |
| Format | aps-c | n/a |
| Groups | 11 | n/a |
| Af motor | SWM | n/a |
| Elements | 17 | n/a |
| Weight g | 530.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 58 | 77 |
| Length mm | 123.0 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 76.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
A 2010 DX telephoto zoom with a 58mm filter thread and VR. It reaches 450mm equivalent.
Pros
- Long reach
- VR
- Compact for its range
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Softens at 300mm
- Plastic build
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
The second-generation 70-200mm f/2.8 pro telephoto for Nikon FX cameras, with vibration reduction and a silent-wave motor.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Vibration reduction
- Sharp
Cons
- Heavy (about 1.5 kg)
- Focus breathing at close range
- Larger than the f/4
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