Comparison of Nikon 300mm f/2.8D ED-IF II AF-S Nikkor and Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Nikkor

Attribute	Nikon 300mm f/2.8D ED-IF II AF-S Nikkor ×	Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Nikkor ×
Aperture (f)	2.80 - 22.00	2.80 - 22.00
Filter Size (mm)	52	52
Notes	Included Accessories: CL-L1 Case, HK-26 Hood, LN-1 Strap, 52mm filter holder, Gel Filter Holder	Image Stabilization; Included Accessories: 52mm filter holder, LN-1 Strap, HK-30 Hood, CL-L1 Semi soft case
Closest Focus (m)	2.3	2.2
Magnification Ratio (x)	0.16	0.16
Type	Telephoto Prime	Telephoto Prime
Focus Details	Internal with Silent Wave motor; M/A switch	Internal with SWM, manual focus, and focus preset with Memory Recall; Focus Limiter Switch
APS Equivalent	450mm	450mm
Diaphragm Blades	9	9
Image Circle	35mm	35mm
Focal Length (mm)	300.00	300.00
Brand	Nikon	Nikon
Name	Nikon 300mm f/2.8D ED-IF II AF-S Nikkor	Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Nikkor
Weight (g)	2590	2850
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	8.20	8.20
Length (mm)	269	268
Diameter (mm)	122	124
Lens Construction	11 elements in 8 groups, including 3 ED elements	11 elements in 8 groups, including 3 ED glass elements and 1 meniscus protective glass element