The LensCoat Cover for Nikon AF-S 55-300mm f/4-5.6G ED VRin realtree max5 offers your valuable equipment some protection from scrapes and bumps, preserving its resale value. It also helps break up the shape of your lens, making it less noticeable to wildlife while also making it more comfortable to hold. This cover maintains access to the auto focus and a notch on the last segment lines up with the white dot indicator, making it easy to quickly line up your lens with the camera mount, even with the cover installed. A lens barrel piece with a hook-and-loop closure is included to cover the fixed portion of the lens barrel when it is fully extended.

100% Closed-Cell Neoprene    Protects from Scrapes and Bumps    Lens Mounting Notch    Access to Auto Focus    Helps Hide Lens from Wildlife    Makes Lens More Comfortable to Hold    Includes Lens Barrel Piece    Made in the USA

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Various reviews and write-ups have identified possible issues with the PF element handling background specular highlights (some sample images show red/green tinted spots). I frequently photograph waterfowl, so reflections off water cannot always be avoided. Is this truly an issue with the lens? Or are the reviewers just really good at setting up a worst case scenario?

A: The 300mm PF is a spectacular lens. I took it on a couple of trips to Trinidad and Ecuador and it was fantastic. It is sharp and light. I usually shoot with a 600mm f4 or a 400mm f2.8, and while the 300mm PF f4 is not quite in their league, it is very sharp. I have yet to encounter any problems with specular highlights. Buy the lens, for hand held with a crop body it is unbeatable. Oh, it takes the 1.4 TC III very well.

Q: 2. Can this lens be used with the Nikon Z50 with the FTZ adapter, and will the lens stabilization work with this camera and adapter?

A: Yes, it is fully compatible with the FTZ adapter.

Q: 3. How does the manual focus ring work with this on, if it is one piece? How will it rotate?

A: The individual LensCoat pieces don't bind at the edges, so I've had no issues with using the manual focus at all. Actually the hardest thing to operate are the switches, but you have to expect that if you're going to cover and protect them.

Q: 4. for anyone with the new nikon 300mm f.4 vr lens and using it with D8XX body:Has anyone had their lens updated with firmware posted by Nikon?Has this update cured the VR-blur problem?Thanks!

A: Hello, I have one of the ones that was shipped from Nikon with the so called firmware update. I have used it on a D800 and D800E. I have tried to replicate the VR issue at slower shutter speeds but have found the VR to be quite effective at all speeds. Of course even with VR I try to use a fast speed when I can with the 800s. But I have deliberately tried to find the VR issue at slow speeds 60, 80 and 125 and the images are always much sharper with the VR on. All of this was with a hand held technique. I also have a Nikon 300mm 2.8 VR. The first time I actually held the lens I really liked it and hoped it would perform well. I really like this lens and will use it a lot when I need a quick shot and don't have the time to set up my tripod with the 2.8. You will notice it is not a professional lens and is constructed of plastic. However it crazy light and thats what I wanted. I will write a detailed review when I have time but so far so good.

Q: 5. Can a third party 52mm filter be used on this lens?

A: I have not bought any filters for this lens. If you have a $5,500 lens, why try to save money by buying another filter that may not work, and could damage the lens? Good luck with this great lens.

Q: 6. Is a lens cap front and back included?

A: Yes, Nikon Front Lens Cover for 200mm, 300mm, 200-400mm Lenses and LN-1 Rear Lens Cap.

Q: 7. Will this lens work with the D500

A: Works very well

Q: 8. I know this was originally scheduled to be released on Feb 5. Any idea when you might be shipping?

A: This item is still available only as a pre-order and has not come into our inventory yet. You can choose to be notified by email when this item becomes available by clicking on the Notify When in Stock icon on the product page.

Q: 9. Would this combination work for bird photography?body: Nikon D750tele lens: Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VRwith teleconverter 14 III

A: I have had the Nikon AF-S 300mm F/4 PF VR lens for about 3 months. In mid-October I participated in a Glenn Bartley Photo Workshop in Costa-Rica. This is major bird photography. My primary lens for this trip was the 300mm f/4 PF VR and the Nikon AF-S 500 f/4 VR. My camera bodies are D7000 and D7100. These are cropped bodies which I believe are ideal for bird shooting. I previously had the 300mm f/4 non-VR but for hand held field work in dark locations (aka Costa Rica rainforest), I was too often disappointed. Always required tripod for a truly good shot. The new 300mm is incredibly light and small, and with the VR feature its fits the bill. The group of photographers I was with were all impressed with the size; they thought I was using a 200mm or less. And they all checked-out a few of my shots to see IQ. Everyone, including me, was impressed.Upon returning home from Costa Rica with over 5000 shots a few conclusions:- the Nikon 500mm can't be beat; incredibly sharp on good hits and good reach but ... I have to use a tripod and field work with the 500mm is not getting any easier. And remember it cost 4 to 5 times the new 300mm lens.- contrary to many reviews, I did not have any problems with the VR on the 300mm at lower shutter speeds- using the double 'Camera Slinger', I had my binoculars connected to my left shoulder strap and the camera with the 300mm on my right shoulder, and I could go all day like this with no problem.- the new 300mm worked fine with a X1.4 teleconverter, which I normally used.I believe the new Nikon 300mm f/4 PF VR should be on the top of anyone's list of birding lens; not the only lens you'll need, but it should be in your bag (or right shoulder strap).

Q: 10. Will this lens fit in the Nikon CL-L1 case?

A: Yes this lens fits in the CL-L1.