Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR vs Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom is faster by 0.5 stops (f/3.8 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 75mm).
- Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR reaches further (300mm vs 205mm).
| Spec | AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR | 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Vivitar |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Zoom | Telephoto Zoom |
| Focal length | 55-300mm (wider) | 75-205mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.5 | f/3.8 (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 | n/a |
| Length mm | 123.0 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 76.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 1.4 | n/a |
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
Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom
A 75-205mm f/3.8 telephoto zoom lens, the Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom is designed for Nikon F mount bodies. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
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