Photo: Sardaka (CC BY-SA 4.0)
AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
- 28-300mm
- f/3.5
- Zoom
- Stabilized
- 800 g
- Min focus 0.5 m
Affiliate link: we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Quick answer
A 2010 FX superzoom spanning 28-300mm with VR. It trades some image quality for range.
Pros
- 10.7x zoom
- VR
- 77mm filters
- Compact
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Soft at 300mm
- Distortion at 28mm
Verdict
A superzoom for full-frame travel.
About this lens
A 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 superzoom lens, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 28-300mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2010
- Optical construction
- 19 elements in 14 groups
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.5 m
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 800 g
- Length
- 114.5 mm
- Diameter
- 83 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR?
- Travel on FX
- Casual
- Single-lens kit
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 28–300mm | 6.9–65.5° | 8.2–75.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 42–450mm | 4.6–46.4° | 5.5–54.5° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikon 28-300mm full frame?
Yes, it covers FX. On DX it frames like roughly a 42-450mm lens.
Does it have VR?
Yes, it has Vibration Reduction. That helps with handheld shots at the long end.
Is it sharp?
It is acceptable for a superzoom, with the best results in the middle of the range. Edges and the long end are softer.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
Tamron
28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD
28-300mm · f/3.5 · Nikon F
Tamron
AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF) Macro
28-300mm · f/3.5 · Nikon F
Tamron
AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro
28-300mm · f/3.5 · Nikon F
Tamron
AF 28-80mm F/3.5-5.6 Aspherical
28-80mm · f/3.5 · Nikon F
More Nikon lenses for Nikon F
All Nikon lenses
Other 28-300mm lenses
Browse by focal length: 28mm lenses, 300mm lenses