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

Attribute	Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR II Nikkor ×	Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Nikkor ×
Magnification Ratio (x)	0.16	0.16
Filter Size (mm)	52	52
Focus Details	Internal with SWM; 3 focus modes (M, M/A and A/M), focus preset with Memory Recall, Focus Limiter Switch	Internal with SWM, manual focus, and focus preset with Memory Recall; Focus Limiter Switch
Closest Focus (m)	2.3	2.2
Lens Construction	11 elements in 8 groups (including 3 ED glass elements and 1 meniscus protective glass element)	11 elements in 8 groups, including 3 ED glass elements and 1 meniscus protective glass element
Length (mm)	267.5	268
Focal Length (mm)	300.00	300.00
Diaphragm Blades Type	rounded	-
Brand	Nikon	Nikon
Image Circle	35mm	35mm
Name	Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR II Nikkor	Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Nikkor
Weight (g)	2900	2850
Type	Telephoto Prime	Telephoto Prime
Notes	Image Stabilization	Image Stabilization; Included Accessories: 52mm filter holder, LN-1 Strap, HK-30 Hood, CL-L1 Semi soft case
APS Equivalent	450mm	450mm
Aperture (f)	2.80 - 22.00	2.80 - 22.00
Diaphragm Blades	9	9
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	8.20	8.20
Diameter (mm)	124	124