Nikon really showcases their optical engineering prowess with this lens, the AF-S 500mm f/4 VR.

Sports & nature shooters will especially appreicate all that has been done to increase the image quality as well as autofocus speed. In addition, the updated vibration reduction system (VR II) guarantees that you will have more "keepers" when the light is low and you are depending on blur-free photographs.

One of the most amazing parts about this lens is its relative light weight (~8.5lbs). Considering the kind of lens this is, Nikon has done an amazing job keeping it small & light. There aren't many super-telephoto lenses in the world you can say that about!

If you need the reach this lens provides, you owe it to yourself to try it out. You deifinitely will not be disappointed.

Features at a glance:

• Lightweight, convenient super telephoto lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness
• Vibration Reduction (VR II) minimizes the effects of camera shake allowing photographers to shoot at as many as four shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible.
• New tripod detection mode reduces vibration that may occur due to shutter release when mounted on a tripod.
• Nikon's Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation.
• Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat and a meniscus protective glass element combine to further reduce ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity.
• Three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements control chromatic aberrations while enhancing color, sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings.
• Rugged, reliable and lightweight, this lens features a magnesium die-cast barrel and professional-grade dust- and moisture-resistant construction.
• New A/M focus mode provides secure switching between auto and manual focus operation.
• Read all of the technical specifications on Nikon's official website.

Your rental comes with:

• Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/4 VR lens
• Factory carbon fiber lens hood
• Front lens cap/cover for hood
• Rear lens cap
• LN-1 neck strap