| Announced | 2009-09-01 |
| Indicative price (USD) | 359 |
| Aperture | f/4-5.6 |
| Focal range (mm) | 70 - 300 |
| Filter diameter (mm) | 62 |
| Max diameter (mm) | 76.5 |
| Mount type | Nikon F FX |
| Stabilization | OS |
| AF Motor | DC |
| Zoom type | Ring |
| Rotating front element | Yes |
| Tripod mount | No |
| Color | Black |
| Full-Time manual focus | No |
| Number of lenses | 16 |
| Number of groups | 11 |
| Diaphragm blades | 9 |
| Circular aperture | Yes |
| Length (mm) | 126.5 |
| Weight (gr) | 610 |





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