Nikon AF-S VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED

+ As with all things Nikon the build quality is superb, the ease of use even for a Techno-phobe like me is straightforward and the prints are very good with no distortion.

- Maybe the "Instruction Book" good be in simpler language for someone like me, if anything in none Jargon terminology but that really is nit-picking to try and find a "bad" point

+ This is (so far) the best purchase I have made. The lens gives a fantastic zoom and really is an amazing item.
Worth every penny!

- At full zoom, there is a very SLIGHT loss of resolution but still well worth getting!

+ great piece of kit. Even though the F stop isn't as low as a pro lens the blur effect is very effective.

- image stabaliser can get a little annoying for fine detail at full telephoto zoom

+ An excellent lens, especially to complement the standard 18-70mm lens which came with the D80 I purchased. Good all round performance and the Vibration Reduction options work well.

- Quite heavy - but given the capabilities not really an issue.

+ pin sharp resolution, excellent VR function, very little distortion, semi professional build quality

- bit heavy but high quality has a price

+ Image stability helps ensure good pitures in very low light or at full zoom

- can be 'confused' when focussing if too many possible subjects in view

+ Typical Nikon quality, solid and well built without being too heavy. As a compromise zoom lens, it offers a good balance of focal length, versus size and image quality across the zoom range. The VR system works well, as long as you don't expect it to work miracles - this is a zoom equivalent to 450mm at the long end in 35mm terms, after all. It must be hard to beat this lens at the price - I'd expect to have to pay thousands for anything that would offer significantly better quality.

- As mentioned before, any zoom lens is a compromise, and it isn't particularly fast at f4.5/5.6, but this is equivalent to other lenses in its class. Even with VR, if you plan to use it at its long end, then best carry a decent tripod or monopod as well.

+ First and foremost this has a fantastic 300mm zoom that will accommodate most photographer needs. Its auto-focus is really quick and the Vibration-Reduction really comes in handy. I’ve always felt satisfies with my photos after a good session with this lens. Over all it is a sturdy piece of kit that is built to last.

- The bad points are all inherent with a lens of this function and quality. It is really big and heavy but you soon get used to this when out and about. However, be prepared to allocate it some prime real estate in your camera bag even when not is use! Also, the zoom ring is a little tough and rigid to rotate but as with before you don't notice it with time

+ VR great, light and feels good on D80

- None really

+ Does exactly what I expected.

- What bad points?

+ Easy to use. good picture quality, even with some shake. Not heavy to use.

- Can't think of anything, so it can't anything major.

+ Good build quality, super images, and simple to use.

- May be a touch heavy for some.

+ Its great for taking items far away. I have taken birds flying and have got some great pictures.

- The viewing wheel, is at the base, which I have a problem finding as the original lens with camera has the viewing wheel at the other end. But having said that I would not part with it.

+ A great value lens

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+ Very versatile Lense, quick auto-focus and VR is excellent even at maximum zoom. Images clarity is very consistant throughout the whole zoom range.

- None, a very good lense for a very good price.