Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR Lens Rental in Japan

Product Summary:

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR is a revolutionary telephoto prime lens for Nikon F-mount photographers in Japan, offering professional-grade reach in an unbelievably compact and lightweight body. By incorporating Nikon’s first Phase Fresnel (PF) lens element, it is significantly smaller and lighter than conventional 300mm lenses, weighing only 755 grams.

With a bright f/4 constant aperture and a powerful 4.5-stop Vibration Reduction (VR) system with a SPORT mode, this lens is ideal for handheld wildlife, sports, and distant action photography during your travels, delivering sharp, high-contrast images.

Quick Highlights:

• Ultra-Portable Telephoto: Significantly reduced size and weight (755g) achieved through the use of a Phase Fresnel (PF) element.
• Excellent Image Stabilization: Features a 4.5-stop VR system with NORMAL and SPORT modes for superior handheld stability.
• Sharp Optics: Includes one PF element, one ED lens, and Nano Crystal Coat for outstanding image quality and reduced aberrations.
• Fast and Quiet Focus: Internal Focusing (IF) with Silent Wave Motor (SWM).
• Constant f/4 Aperture: Bright maximum aperture for excellent light gathering and background isolation.
• E-type Aperture: Electromagnetic diaphragm ensures precise exposure control, especially during burst shooting.

Product Details / Description:

This 300mm prime is perfect for the traveling photographer who needs serious telephoto capability without the bulk and weight typically associated with a lens of this focal length. It excels at isolating subjects and compressing perspective, allowing for stunning captures of distant Japanese landscapes or wildlife.

About the Product

The AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR features an optical construction of 16 elements in 10 groups, including one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lens and the signature PF (Phase Fresnel) element. The PF element uses the principle of light diffraction to correct chromatic aberration with fewer elements, drastically reducing the size and weight of the lens.

The lens includes a highly effective, CIPA-compliant 4.5-stop Vibration Reduction system. The SPORT VR mode is optimized for photographers tracking fast or erratically moving subjects, maintaining a stable viewfinder image without compromising autofocus performance. The lens also uses an Electromagnetic Diaphragm (E-type) for highly accurate and consistent exposure, a Focus Limit Switch for faster AF, and a Fluorine Coat on the front element for easy cleaning.

Key Features

• PF Lens Technology allows for a compact body size (approx. 147.5mm long).
• 4.5-stop VR makes 300mm handheld shooting highly reliable.
• SPORT VR mode is ideal for action and movement.
• Minimum focusing distance of 1.4m for excellent close-up capability (0.24x magnification).
• Focus Limit Switch offers faster focus acquisition when the subject distance is known.

Technical Specifications

What’s in the box (Included Items):

• AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR Lens
• Lens Hood
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• Dedicated Lens Case/Pouch
• Lens Protector

Where This Product Can Be Used:

• Wildlife and bird photography in natural parks and reserves, especially when hiking requires a light kit.
• Sports and action photography from a distance, utilizing the SPORT VR mode.
• Isolating distant landmarks, mountain views, or architectural details across Japanese landscapes.
• Candid portraiture from a distance, leveraging the shallow depth of field at f/4.

Why Tourists Rent From Us

• English-speaking customer support for easy communication.
• Accept foreign credit cards for hassle-free payment.
• No Japanese phone number required for booking or communication.
• Offer hotel & Airbnb delivery across major Japanese cities.
• Easy return for travelers with convenient shipping options.

Book with Jasumo:

If you are ready to rent this product, you can contact us with the Product Name, the Rental start date and end date, your delivery Location, and other important details you want to share. After we get a request from you, our team will start communicating with you as soon as possible.

Faqs:

What is a Phase Fresnel (PF) lens element?

A Phase Fresnel (PF) lens element uses the principle of light diffraction to correct chromatic aberration (color fringing). By bending light differently, it drastically reduces the number of elements needed in the lens construction, making the 300mm f/4E PF significantly shorter and lighter than any non-PF 300mm lens, vastly improving portability.

What are the benefits of using the SPORT VR mode?

The SPORT VR mode is specifically designed for tracking fast-moving subjects. It maintains a stable image in the viewfinder even when panning quickly, which makes it easier for you to keep the subject framed and allows the camera’s autofocus system to track the action more effectively than the NORMAL VR mode.

What is the effective focal length on a Nikon DX (APS-C) camera?

When mounted on a Nikon DX-format camera, the 300mm focal length is effectively multiplied by 1.5x, giving you an impressive telephoto perspective equivalent to approximately 450mm. This provides extreme reach for wildlife and distant subjects while maintaining the lens’s portability.

Why does this lens require an E-type compatible camera?

This is an E-type lens which uses an electromagnetic diaphragm for aperture control. This ensures highly precise and consistent exposure, especially important when shooting fast bursts of action. You must use a modern Nikon DSLR body (such as D850, D750, D500, D7500, D5600, etc.) that supports the E-type diaphragm for full functionality.

Is there any visual drawback to using PF technology?

Under certain high-contrast lighting conditions, particularly when a strong light source is just outside the frame, the PF element can occasionally cause a subtle circular flare or fringing, often called “PF flare.” Nikon provides solutions to minimize this in post-processing, but it is a minor trade-off for the massive weight reduction and portability benefits.