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Nikon Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 VR Lens for Nikon 1 System CX Format

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Nikon Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 VR Lens for Nikon 1 System CX Format

Nikon Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 VR Lens for Nikon 1 System CX Format is a Nikon 1 mount zoom in the 70–300mm range. It is a practical candidate for distant subjects, daylight sports and nature photography. The 70–300mm zoom range gives framing flexibility without swapping focal lengths. Used buyers should compare the exact version, camera compatibility and included accessories rather than relying on price alone.

Recently listed KEH price starts at$697.00
Good starting useWildlife, action and distant subjects
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Used buying analysis

Catalog mount: Nikon 1 mount. Verify camera-model compatibility and the correct format coverage before purchasing. A similarly named optic for a different mount is not an equivalent offer. Confirm the advertised image-circle coverage with your exact camera; sharing a physical mount alone does not guarantee the expected full-sensor field of view.

The lowest currently listed KEH option is $697.00 in Bargain condition. With only one KEH listing, check other available retailers and the return terms before committing.

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Camera systemNikon 1
MountNikon 1
BrandNikon
Sensor coverage1-inch CX
Maximum aperturef/4.5-5.6
Inventory status1 recently listed

Used-market snapshot

What the current inventory says.

Current inventory has one KEH condition listing, so the tracked price history below provides important context beyond today’s asking price. These are inventory and compatibility signals, not a hands-on lens rating.

Current price range

Used copies currently start at $697.00.

Inventory depth

We currently track 1 KEH condition listing.

Recent tracked entry price

Across the latest 8 observations, the lowest available price has ranged from $697.00 to $697.00.

Today's lowest tracked price is within about 1% of the lowest entry price in the recent observations shown here. Used prices can change as individual condition grades sell through.

Use the matched camera guides above and verify compatibility before buying. For condition decisions, see our used-lens buying guide.

Editorial buying guidance

Who this lens is most likely to serve well.

Research-based editorial assessment

This assessment uses product specifications, compatibility data, current used-market inventory and editorial research. It is not presented as a hands-on laboratory test unless explicitly stated.

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Best for

  • Photographers using a compatible Nikon 1 mount body who need distant subjects, daylight sports and nature photography
  • Buyers wanting the framing versatility of a 70–300mm zoom
  • Shoppers willing to compare 1 currently active used offers by condition and total cost

Why it stands out

  • The 70–300mm zoom range gives framing flexibility without swapping focal lengths.
  • The catalog currently records 1 active used listings, making differences in stated grade and included accessories worth checking.
  • Check the maximum aperture stated for this exact model against the light levels and shutter speeds you usually need; stabilization, where fitted, does not freeze moving subjects.

Things to consider

  • Confirm the exact Nikon Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 VR Lens for Nikon 1 System CX Format designation: similar focal lengths and apertures can belong to different mounts, generations or product lines.
  • Confirm the advertised image-circle coverage with your exact camera; sharing a physical mount alone does not guarantee the expected full-sensor field of view.
  • Long-lens shooting requires attention to shutter speed, weight, and support, even if stabilization is advertised.

Compatibility notes

Catalog mount: Nikon 1 mount. Verify camera-model compatibility and the correct format coverage before purchasing. A similarly named optic for a different mount is not an equivalent offer. Confirm the advertised image-circle coverage with your exact camera; sharing a physical mount alone does not guarantee the expected full-sensor field of view.

Choosing a used condition

Compare all 1 active listings for this exact 70–300mm lens by glass condition, mechanical operation, autofocus or manual focus as applicable, mount contacts, included hood/caps, return policy and total delivered price. Ask for detail photographs where the seller grade leaves uncertainty.

Recently imported KEH inventory

Compare condition grades.

One recently listed KEH condition grade is available to check. Confirm exact stock and accessories at the retailer.

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ConditionIncluded detailsRecently listed priceRetailer
BargainGrade BGNWith Caps and Hood$697.00View at KEH ↗

Tracked used-price history

Oct 20, 2026$697.001 offer
Oct 21, 2026$697.001 offer
Oct 22, 2026$697.001 offer
Oct 23, 2026$697.001 offer
Oct 24, 2026$697.001 offer
Oct 25, 2026$697.001 offer
Oct 26, 2026$697.001 offer
Oct 27, 2026$697.001 offer

The lowest tracked asking price stayed unchanged across the recent observations shown above. Individual used copies can move the range quickly as condition grades sell through.

Retailer-supplied product details

Additional listing information

Now you can bring super telephoto capabilities to your Nikon 1 system with the compact, lightweight 1 NIKKOR VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6. Open an exciting new world of shooting opportunities-nature and wildlife, professional sports, concerts, performances and much more.

With a zoom range equivalent of 189mm–810mm (on 35mm format) and advanced Nikon lens technology like Super ED glass and Nano Crystal Coat, the 1 NIKKOR VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 packs the zoom power and outstanding performance of a massive D-SLR lens in a compact, lightweight 1 NIKKOR package With the super telephoto power of the 1 NIKKOR VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6, exciting new shooting opportunities are around every corner.

Shoot detailed close-ups of wildlife, concert performers, athletes, fast action and more. At its widest setting (70mm in CX-format, equivalent to 189mm in 35mm format), the 1 NIKKOR VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 is great for portraits, outdoor events, family fun-anything that requires a bit of zoom.

Zoomed all the way in (810mm equivalent in 35mm format) it delivers the power. The 1 NIKKOR VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 packs as much zoom power as the massive lenses you may see professionals hauling around at sporting events, yet it's compact and lightweight enough to comfortably carry all day.

Like all 1 NIKKOR lenses, it's a well-balanced match to your Nikon 1 camera, making handheld shooting a breeze. For over 80 years, NIKKOR has been a leader and innovator in optical technologies, and the 1 NIKKOR VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 incorporates some of NIKKOR's most exciting advancements.

Its the first lens in the 1 NIKKOR lineup to use Super Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass, which provides stunning sharpness, contrast and color rendering. It also features Nano Crystal Coating (N), which nearly eliminates lens flare and ghosting for clearer, sharper images.

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Editorial method

Automated catalog-derived buying orientation from verified product-family name, focal metadata, mount classification, current offer count and observed inventory. Not a hands-on review; model-specific feature claims beyond catalog identifiers require independent verification.

Last editorial update: Oct 15, 2026