After introducing an AF-P 70-300mm telezoom for its crop-sensor DSLRs last year, Nikon is calculation a full-frame version to the mix. The AF-P Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR is the first FX Nikkor lens to offer a pulse (stepping) motor, with quieter autofocus platonic for video shooters.

Information technology claims 4.v stops of stabilization, which is two stops better than 2.five claimed on Nikon'due south website for the current 70-300mm F4.five-5.six. This updated version also provides a shorter minimum focus distance of ane.2m / 3.94ft (compared to 1.5m / 4.9ft), 'dust and drip resistance,' a 9-blade aperture and an ED element to reduce chromatic abnormality. Information technology also has electronic discontinuity command for polish exposure transitions while shooting video and bursts.

The AF-P seventy-300mm F4.five-five.6E ED VR will sell for $700 with availability to be announced subsequently.

NIKON INTRODUCES NEW Full-FRAME TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENS: THE AF-P NIKKOR 70-300MM F/4.v-5.6E ED VR

MELVILLE, NY (July 11, 2017 at 12:01 A.Grand. EDT) - Today, Nikon announced the new AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/four.5-five.6E ED VR, modernizing this popular zoom lens with a myriad of the latest Nikon technologies. The new lens features enhanced Vibration Reduction (VR) prototype stabilization adequacy and integrates a stepping motor for fast and quiet AF operation, making it Nikon'south first total-frame AF-P lens. This new NIKKOR lens is a versatile, compact telephoto pick for intermediate FX and DX-format photographers looking to capture sports, wildlife, candids, travel and other subjects at long distances, all with stunning clarity.

"This latest lens reaffirms Nikon's delivery to giving FX-format shooters of all levels the unparalleled quality of NIKKOR glass, with the benefits of our latest optical technologies," said Kosuke Kawaura, Managing director of Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc.

Updated with the Latest NIKKOR Lens Technologies
Whether capturing a baseball from the bleachers or the sights of a scenic vacation, the new AF-P NIKKOR seventy-300mm f/4.v-5.6E ED VR is a versatile lens that helps users capture sharp images and video, fifty-fifty in challenging lite. The new AF-P NIKKOR seventy-300mm is lighter than its predecessor, despite packing new technologies that help those shooting photos and video reach stellar results. Enhancements to the lens include:

  • Improved Vibration Reduction (VR) Arrangement: The new AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm lens provides users with upward to iv.5 stops* of VR stabilization, to help create sharp photos and smoothen video, even in depression calorie-free or while handheld. Users can choose from either Normal or Sport VR Modes for added stability when shooting from a non-stationary location.
  • Lightweight with Stepping Motor Technology: This AF-P lens uses a stepping motor for fast and quiet autofocus, which reduces the audio of lens functioning while recording HD or 4K UHD video. This new technology also contributes to the lens' reduced weight, making it easy to comport on all-day excursions.
  • Electronic Diaphragm: This lens takes advantage of the fast burst speed of Nikon DSLR cameras, as the Electronic Diaphragm not but provides smooth exposure transitions during video capture, just also helps maintain consistent exposure during loftier-speed shooting, such as when photographing sports.
  • Get Close: The AF-P NIKKOR seventy-300mm lens features a minimum focus distance of just 3.94 ft. (1.2 meters) and a reproduction ratio of 0.25x, letting users go even closer to capture the nearly extravagant details, even at 300mm.
  • Lens Construction: The lens features dust and drip resistance, along with a metallic lens mount for immovability. It features a ix-bract diaphragm for a natural, round bokeh. The lens likewise features an ED chemical element to significantly reduce instances of chromatic aberration.

Cost and Availability
The Nikon AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.five-5.6E ED VR lens will have a suggested retail cost (SRP) of $699.95**, and availability will be announced at a afterward engagement. For more information on this new NIKKOR lens besides as the latest Nikon products, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

*Based on CIPA Standard. This value is achieved when FX-format compatible lenses are attached to a FX-format digital SLR camera and zoom lenses are fix at the maximum telephoto position.

**SRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to alter at whatsoever time. Specifications, equipment and release dates are subject field to change without whatsoever notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

AF-P Nikkor lxx-300mm F4.five-five.6E ED VR specifications

Principal specifications
Lens type Zoom lens
Max Format size 35mm FF
Focal length 70–300 mm
Prototype stabilization Yep (4.five stops)
Lens mount Nikon F (FX)
Aperture
Maximum aperture F4.5–32
Minimum aperture F5.vi–twoscore
Aperture ring No
Number of diaphragm blades nine
Optics
Elements eighteen
Groups 14
Special elements / coatings ane ED element
Focus
Minimum focus one.25 k (49.21″)
Maximum magnification 0.25×
Autofocus Yes
Motor type Stepper motor
Total time manual Yes
Focus method Internal
Distance scale No
DoF calibration No
Focus distance limiter No
Concrete
Weight 680 grand (one.50 lb)
Bore 81 mm (3.17″)
Length 146 mm (5.75″)
Sealing No
Colour Black
Zoom method Rotary (extending)
Power zoom No
Filter thread 67 mm
Hood supplied Yeah
Hood product code HB-82
Tripod collar No