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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

79 Budget Score
55-300mm f/4.5 Nikon F IS
Why we recommend this

Its compact design, thanks to a High Refractive Index element, delivers a 5.5x telephoto range up to 300mm with VR II stabilization providing 4 stops of shake reduction. The certified refurbished status offers a budget-friendly entry point with the same optical quality, including two ED glass elements and a Silent Wave Motor for quiet autofocus. Best for Nikon DX DSLR owners seeking a lightweight, affordable lens for outdoor sports, wildlife, and travel photography where handheld shooting demands stabilization.

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Price CA$700
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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens

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Nikon High-Power 420-1600mm f/8.3 HD Manual Telephoto

47.1 Budget Score
420-1600mm f/8.3 Nikon F IS
Why we recommend this ▼

Its 420-1600mm zoom range with constant f/8.3 aperture and built-in stabilization provides extreme telephoto reach for Nikon F-mount DSLRs, but it demands full manual focus—there is no autofocus. Weighing just 989g, it’s unusually light for a super-telephoto lens and mounts directly to most Nikon DX and FX bodies from the D3000 to D850 series. This lens suits budget-focused wildlife or sports shooters who need 1600mm of distance and are comfortable controlling focus manually.

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Nikon High-Power 420-1600mm f/8.3 HD Manual Telephoto lens
Price CA$220
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