Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED vs Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom
Both are Nikon F telephoto zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED if
- You want a wider view: 70mm vs 75mm at the wide end
- You need more reach: 300mm vs 205mm at the long end
Pick the Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom if
- You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/3.8 vs f/4.5)
Spec differences
13 differences| Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED | Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Vivitar
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
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| Focal length |
70-300mm
|
75-205mm
|
| Max aperture |
f/4.5
|
f/3.8
½ stop faster
|
| Weight |
745 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
143.5 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
80 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
67 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
1.5 m
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
17 elements / 12 groups
|
not listed
|
| Autofocus motor |
SWM
|
not listed
|
| Image stabilization |
Yes
|
not listed
|
| Released |
2006
|
not listed
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2 identical specs hidden: mount, type. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon F both
- Type
- Telephoto Zoom both
Our notes
Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED
A 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 telephoto zoom lens, the Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Our notes
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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