Nikon AF NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4-5.6 G Autofocus Lens

Nikon AF-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6 G Telephoto Zoom Lens
The Nikon AF-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6 G (Nikon USA Part #1928) is a highly portable, lightweight telephoto zoom lens engineered for Nikon F-mount SLR and DSLR cameras. Striking an ideal balance between an expansive 4.3x zoom range and a travel-friendly footprint, this lens serves as a versatile workhorse for outdoor sports, nature, travel, and candid portraiture. By utilizing a sleek “G-type” chassis that sheds 15% of the weight of traditional telephoto designs, it delivers classic Nikon optical performance in a highly accessible, hand-holdable package.

CONDITION NOTE
Well-Used / Fully Functional Field Kit: This lens is being listed in Well-Used condition. It exhibits clear cosmetic signs of handling and previous field use on the exterior barrel.

Functional Status: Mechanical and optical systems have been fully bench-tested and are operating perfectly.

Accessories Included: Ships complete with standard front and rear lens caps, alongside the original dedicated matching Nikon HB-26 twist-lock plastic lens hood to block stray glare.

Autofocus Compatibility Warning: This is a traditional mechanical gear-drive lens. It requires a Nikon camera body with an internal autofocus motor (such as the D90, D7000-series, D500, D750, D850, etc.) to utilize autofocus. It will function strictly as a manual-focus lens on entry-level bodies lacking an AF motor (such as the D3000-series or D5000-series).

Versatile Telephoto Reach & Lightweight Ergonomics
Expansive 4.3x Zoom Matrix: Covers a highly versatile wide-to-deep telephoto range, allowing you to instantly isolate distant field athletes, wildlife, or compressed landscape horizons without swapping optics.

Ultra-Lightweight G-Type Engineering: Weighs in at a meager 15 ounces (425 grams)—roughly 15% lighter than its predecessor. This ultra-light footprint prevents neck strain and makes it an effortless choice for all-day hiking, travel, and casual walkaround shooting.

Super Integrated Coating (SIC): Optical surfaces are treated with Nikon’s multi-layered SIC anti-reflective matrix. This compound dramatically suppresses surface reflections, internal ghosting, and lens flare to retain rich color saturation and crisp contrast under harsh midday sun.

Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm: Outfitted with a nine-blade aperture geometry featuring rounded blades to cast smooth, circular out-of-focus highlights and a soft background blur (bokeh).

Smart Exposure Data & Modern Control Mechanics
Integrated “D” Distance Chip: Houses an internal micro-encoder that transmits precise subject-to-camera distance metadata back to compatible Nikon camera bodies. This real-time data pipeline drastically sharpens 3D Matrix Metering accuracy and ensures highly balanced TTL flash exposures.

G-Type Lens Architecture: Designed without a physical aperture ring on the barrel to trim weight and mechanical bulk. This clean profile relies entirely on modern electronic command dials on the camera body to adjust your f-stop settings.

Universal 62mm Filter Ring: Built with a highly popular 62mm front filter thread diameter, allowing you to easily mount standard circular polarizers, protective UV glass, or variable neutral density filters.

Technical Specifications
Focal Length Range: 70-300mm

Aperture Range: f/4-5.6 to f/32-45

Lens Mount Type: Nikon F-Mount (Mechanical AF / G-Type electronic control)

Sensor Coverage: Full-Frame FX Format (DX Format Compatible with a 105-450mm equivalent reach)

Filter Thread Diameter: 62mm

Lens Optical Formula: 13 Elements in 9 Groups

Diaphragm Blades: 9 Rounded Blades

Weight: Approx. 15.0 oz (425 grams)