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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 300mm f/4E PF ED VR 300mm

67.6 Portrait Score
300mm f/4 Nikon F IS
Why we recommend this

Its Phase Fresnel element cuts weight to just 755g for a 300mm f/4, while Vibration Reduction delivers 4.5 stops of stabilization. Nano Crystal and fluorine coatings suppress flare and repel moisture, though the lens lacks full weather sealing. It best suits wildlife and sports shooters prioritizing handheld portability, with portrait photography scoring 59.1/100 as its strongest use case.

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Price CA$2,753
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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 300mm f/4E PF ED VR 300mm lens

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Nikon PC-E Micro-NIKKOR PC-E Micro-NIKKOR 85mm f/2.8D 85mm

7.8 Portrait Score
85mm 32 Nikon F
Why we recommend this ▼

The 85mm focal length combined with +/- 8.5° tilt and +/- 11.5mm shift provides precise perspective and focus plane control for full-frame F-mount bodies. Its Nano Crystal Coating suppresses flare while the 1:2 macro capability and 390mm minimum focus distance enable detailed close-up work without distortion. This manual focus lens is best for product and tabletop photographers who need to correct converging lines and control depth of field in-camera.

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Nikon PC-E Micro-NIKKOR PC-E Micro-NIKKOR 85mm f/2.8D 85mm lens
Price CA$2,718
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