Nikon's compact manual-focus era telephoto zoom, a lightweight F-mount classic.
The Nikon AF Nikkor 70-210mm f/4-5.6 is one of Nikon's earliest autofocus telephoto zooms, dating from the late 1980s. Covering the classic 70-210mm range with the original AF screw-drive coupling, it is a lightweight and compact telephoto from the dawn of autofocus SLR photography.
Optical quality is basic by modern standards with adequate centre sharpness and soft edges. The screw-drive autofocus requires a body with a built-in AF motor. On DX bodies it provides a 105-315mm equivalent range. Build is lightweight plastic and metal.
Nikon F mount, 52mm filter thread. The AF coupling means no AF on D3000/D5000 series bodies. This is one of the oldest AF Nikkor zooms still found on the used market. Every modern Nikon telephoto zoom is dramatically better.
Very cheap used — essentially a vintage lens. Check the AF coupling engagement and focus ring smoothness. Only of interest as an extremely budget telephoto or for vintage lens collectors. Any modern VR telephoto zoom is a vastly better choice.