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• Fast-aperture f/2.8 NIKKOR Super Telephoto
  Wide aperture, professional telephoto performance, optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness for both FX and DX-format Nikon D-SLRs—perfect for action and sports photojournalism, wildlife photography and more.

• Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
  Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.

• Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat
  Further reduces ghosting and internal flare for even greater image clarity.

• Three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements
  Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at wide apertures.

• Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
  Delivers fast, accurate and quiet autofocusing.

• Three Focus Modes
  A/M mode joins the familiar M/A and M modes, enhancing AF control versatility with fast, secure switching between auto and manual focus to accommodate personal shooting techniques.

• Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
  Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.

• AF Memory Recall
  Allows instant return to a predetermined point of focus.

• Rugged Construction
  Featuring enhanced dust and moisture-resistance, magnesium die-cast barrel construction and a protective meniscus front lens.

• Close Focusing to 7.2 feet
  Focus to 7.2 feet in manual focus or 7.5 feet in autofocus, enabling striking image perspectives.

• Fully compatible with Nikon TC-14E II, TC-17E II and TC-20E II (III) Teleconverters.

• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas.

** Note: So I have shot with the older version of this lens and it have amazing image quality – incredible defocus quality and other than being a monster to carry and for many it being a fixed 300mm and not quite as flexible as some other options this is definately on my wish list for lenses to own. Weighs in at about 6lbs