Nikon AF-S 300mm F4D IF-ED 

Yes, this lens will work with your cameras.

Yes, there is a link to the written review, which has some photos, see the video description.

You might see some purple fringing at F4, but it didn't happen often in my use. No nano coating, this is the older AF-S "D" not the newer "E" model. As for a TC you need a TC-14E or TC-14EII, as the newer model is not compatible.

I don't have access to a 200-500, so I cannot give any answers from experience with it. What I heard from people who have both is that the 300mm F4 focuses faster and is sharper, even with a teleconverter.

True, if all you want in the photo is the moon itself.

Yes it works with the D3200, and does very well with wildlife.

I have a Nikon D3200, you wrote it works well but if I want to zoom to 500 mm what Kind of teleconverter I need ? Thank you

From an optical standpoint the AF-S 300mm F4 with the 1.4x TC is sharper than the AF-S 80-400mm VRII. As to picking one, it depends on what you value, the ability to quickly change focal lengths with a zoom, or the pure image quality that can be achieved by using a prime.

Combatpzman i had the 70-300Vr from 220 to 300mm was kind of soft, yes you catched the bird but it aint good looking for any prints or publish pics on the net, im saving for this lens now, and looking at a possible new version (300 f4 vr), already got the 1.4tc

This is the physical aperture ring on the lens, not the in camera aperture setting. All Nikon AF and AF-D lenses with physical aperture rings must have those rings set to the maximum aperture for the computer on the camera read the aperture of the lens. Don't ask me why they did this, that's just how it works. If the physical ring is not locked in the F32 position the lens (AF and AF-D versions) the camera will not be able to control the aperture setting and an "ERR" message will appear on the top LCD/or rear screen. This does not apply to "G" or "E" lenses. This has no affect on the cameras aperture setting you make!

The lens can be used with the aperture set manually, on some cameras with the right settings. For auto or manual control via the cameras control dials, the aperture ring must be locked at F32.

you shouldn't use VR for birds in flight, VR shouldn't be used laterally as it causes blur. VR off for birds in flight.

Yes the lens will work with the D5000. As to being able to hand hold it, that totally depends on how stead your grip is, and the shutter speed used.

OK, Thanks !Combatpzman

Nikon DSLRs require D lenses to be locked in the F32 position for automatic, or manual, aperture control via the camera. If the lens is not in the F32 position the camera will display ERR and will not take pictures. Some higher end cameras (D7xx, D8xx D6xx, D7xxxx, D3/D4/D5 etc) this can be changed, but most people don't find it practical.

probably sharpness is more to do with prime not zoom and more light. I think most parts for japanese assembled lenses are made in china.

This version does not have vibration reduction. Only the newer AF-S 300mm F4E VR has that.

Nice

Justin Enlow Yes the lens works with D7x00 series cameras.

@@Combatpzman I have a D7000 and I'm getting a "Fee" error message on the top digital readout with mine. And flashing ▶️◀️ arrows in the view finder .I believe it's a little older than this model. What am I doing wrong?

@@cncdaddy That is typically a sign that the aperture ring on the lens is not locked at the maximum aperture (need to be at this setting to allow computer control). It could also be due to the CPU contacts on the lens being dirty.

@@Combatpzman Thanks. That's probably it.

If you are asking if it will work on a D750, the answer is yes.

Yes, in my last answer I was speaking of the AF-S 300mm F4D (shown in this video) vs the 200-500mm F5.6. For bird shooting every little bit of focusing speed is key, and the 300mm F4 is known to have the edge in that area, if that matters to you.

It's the same size and weight as the 70-200mm F2.8G VR, so I don't get what you are laughing about. Do you even have both? Compared to real supertelephoto lenses yes it is small, not even half the size of the 300mm F2.8, or 200-400mm, but for anyone who is used to kit style lenses, yes it is "large".

realforce46 Yes, this lens will work with all Nikon DSLR cameras, including the D90.

CombatpzmanThanks im buying a used one for $950 today in Sydney, Australia.