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Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 80-400mm f.4.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras
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Brand | Nikon |
Focal Length Description | 80-400 millimeters |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
Compatible Mountings | Nikon F (FX) |
Camera Lens Description | 400 month |
About this item
- FX format compatible. Mount Type Nikon F Bayonet
- Focuses as close as 5.7 feet during AF operation
- Vibration Reduction
- Approx. 95.5 millimeter maximum diameter x 203 millimeter (distance from camera lens mount flange)
- Approximate weight: 3.5 pounds (1570 grams)including tripod collar based on CIPA guidelines. Approximate weight: 1480 grams (3.3 pounds) without tripod collar
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AF-S NIKKOR
Whether you’re shooting low-light sports, wildlife, fashion, portraits or everyday subjects, the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II will beautifully capture bright, razor-sharp images and HD videos. This lens is lauded by pros and serious hobbyists for its quick and responsive autofocus, super steady Vibration Reduction, accurate color rendition, contrast and gorgeous bokeh. With an f/2.8 fixed maximum aperture and Nikon’s advanced lens technologies, the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II could very well be the best lens investment you could make.
Catch the shots that matter
Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture and VR II
An update to Nikon’s legendary f/2.8 fixed aperture telephoto zoom lens, the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II captures stunning full-frame images with remarkable speed. Nikon VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization provides 3.5 stops* of blur free handheld shooting, assuring dramatically sharper still images and HD video capture. Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-fast, ultra-quiet autofocusing with seamless manual focus override. No matter what you’re shooting, you’ll capture it with uncompromising speed and precision—at any focal length.
AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II photo of an elderly couple on a park bench
Images in a class of their own
Renowned NIKKOR optics and advanced Nikon lens technologies
Photos and HD videos captured with the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II are second to none. The lens draws peak performance from advanced D-SLRs for exceptional sharpness, contrast and color rendering. From its enhanced autofocusing (SWM), VR II image stabilization, Nano Crystal Coat (N), Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass and more, the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II will broaden your shooting potential and inspire some of your most impressive shots yet.
The Main Event
Versatility of Expression
Nothing says versatility more than when shooting events. The AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR is able to take close shots at 70mm but its also perfect for zooming in to capture shots from a farther - unobtrusive distance.
Covering all the bases
Stunning portraiture from many angles
The 70-200mm covers all of the most useful portrait ranges; 85mm, 105mm and 200mm. Its 4.6 feet close focus capability also makes this the go to tele-zoom when shooting formal or environmental portraits.
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Auto focus | 4.7 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Picture quality | 4.7 | 5.0 | — | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Image stabilization | — | — | 4.0 | 4.6 | — | 4.2 |
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lens type | Telephoto | Zoom lens | Zoom lens | Telephoto | Telephoto | Telephoto |
compatible mountings | Nikon F (FX) | Nikon F | Nikon F (FX) | Nikon F | Nikon Z | Nikon F |
lens design | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom |
focus type | Ultrasonic | Auto Focus | Auto Focus, Auto/Manual | Auto Focus | Auto Focus, Manual Focus | Auto/Manual |
minimum focal length | 80 millimeters | 80 millimeters | 28 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 100 millimeters | 200 millimeters |
max focal length | 400 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 300 millimeters | 500 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 500 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 400 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 300 millimeters | 500 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 500 millimeters |
real angle of view | 30.15 degrees | — | — | — | 24 degrees | 0 degrees |
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Product Dimensions | 7.99 x 3.78 x 3.78 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.46 pounds |
ASIN | B00BOZ1Y46 |
Item model number | 2208 |
Batteries | 1 Product Specific batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
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Best Sellers Rank | #1,332 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 3, 2013 |
Manufacturer | Nikon |
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Product Description
The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens is a versatile telephoto zoom lens that is compatible with both FX and DX-sized image sensors. This lens features an extensive zoom range of 80-400mm (DX equivalent: 120-600mm) that encompasses both portrait and long-reaching telephoto focal lengths to suit work with a variety of subjects. Capture portraits with softly blurred backgrounds and get close-up telephoto shots of faraway subjects with or without a tripod. The lens construction integrates one super ED (extra-low dispersion) and four ED glass elements to help minimize chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range and contribute to higher image sharpness, clarity, and color fidelity.
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The ultimate medium to super-telephoto zoom lens.
If you're looking for a compact, versatile telephoto zoom lens that handles portraiture as well as it handles long-distance wildlife and action photography, look no further than the AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR. With the broadest focal length range in our super-telephoto zoom line-up, it reduces the number of lenses you need to carry into the field; and expands your handheld shooting capabilities, thanks to Nikon's Vibration Reduction (VR) technology. Create spectacular photos and HD videos in nearly any light, from nearly any distance.
Any subject. Any distance.
Remarkable versatility and performance
Travel light. Shoot with confidence. The AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR covers the broadest focal length range of any NIKKOR super-telephoto zoom lens. At 80mm, its an ideal medium-telephoto portrait lens. Create stunning portraits with a medium telephoto perspective and softly blurred backgrounds. At 400mm, its a powerful super-telephoto lens suited to wildlife and action photography, with or without a tripod. For dazzling close-ups with macro detail, get as close as 5.7 feet from your subject and zoom in to 400mm—you'll be amazed by the results!
Sharp, beautiful images in any light
Nikon's VR image stabilization with Tripod Auto Detect
At super-telephoto focal lengths, even the slightest camera movement can cause image blur. Fortunately, the AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR features Nikon's second-generation Vibration Reduction technology to ensure every handheld photo and HD video is razor-sharp. It also lets you shoot at shutter speeds 4-times slower than otherwise possible, a major advantage in low-light situations where a slower shutter speed means brighter, richer images. The AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR even detects when you're using a tripod and automatically delivers specialized VR correction.
A lifetime of brilliant performance
Nikon innovations for consistently stunning images
Nikon's innovations in optical design and lens technology have given way to a remarkable new class of NIKKOR lenses. The AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is among them. From its Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for ultra-fast, ultra-quiet autofocusing to its Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements for maximum contrast and minimum lens flare and ghosting, you can expect a lifetime of consistent brilliant performance. The AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is equally at home on DX- or FX-format Nikon cameras.
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Customers like the performance, quality and sharpness of the camera lenses. For example, they mention that it has fast and accurate autofocus, it's responsive and takes tack sharp pictures. They also like the size, and range. That said, opinions are mixed on weight and image quality.
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Customers like the performance of the lens. For example, they say it has excellent color and fast/accurate autofocus performance. The lens is also responsive and quick to find focus. Some mention that the improved autofocus and VR has allowed them to capture excellent pictures. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and quality of the product.
"...* Autofocus is faster. Honestly it's not so much faster than the original 80-400 that you would miss many, if any shots because of it...." Read more
"...I also tested the 80-400mm with a TC-14e and the lens performed pretty well. Images are softer but they are definitely usable...." Read more
"...3- The auto focus accuracy is great in good light but it gets confused very easily in low contrast and very high contrast areas...." Read more
"...The lens quickly found focus, especially with the focus limiter enabled, and most of the pictures were sharp even magged up to about 250%...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention that it is a great lens for birds, flawless, and worth using. The build quality and performance are excellent, and the ratings are terrific for a prosumer lens. The lens is heavy, but it is worth using for close-ups.
"...For birds, it's pretty good. You lose focus sites with a teleconverter attached because of the minimum f/stop, but it's still pretty darn good...." Read more
"...But for me the combination of Nikons latest VR, excellent AF all in a package that is small and well balanced really makes this lens a pleasure to..." Read more
"...1- TC14E ii, It works like a charm, no issues with Image quality or Focusing...." Read more
"...forward to using it on nature and wildlife photography, as the ratings are terrific for a prosumer lens...." Read more
Customers like the sharpness of the camera lenses. They say it is super sharp, has high contrast, and takes tack sharp pictures. Some mention that the lens has a good reach.
"...Without the TC, it's sharp enough that it would be very difficult to see anything to complain about except under lab conditions...." Read more
"...Most impressively, this is tack sharp at the 400 mm end...." Read more
"...(Great and sharp with hight contrast- used it for solar eclipse) and the 28-300 for my wife's DX Nikon...." Read more
"...Wow, what a great lens! It is tack sharp, quick to focus, and just works wonderfully...." Read more
Customers appreciate the size of the lens. They say it provides a huge range in a compact form that doesn't draw too much attention. They also say it's light and small enough to be carried around all day.
"...are lousy for tracking subjects but are quick and easy to set up, smaller and lighter...." Read more
"...combination of Nikons latest VR, excellent AF all in a package that is small and well balanced really makes this lens a pleasure to use...." Read more
"...It supplies a huge range in the compact form that doesn't draw too much attention to yourself while traveling...." Read more
"...exceptional in reasonable lighting and it is light and small enough to be carried around all day...." Read more
Customers find the lens versatile and sharp. They mention that it has a great range and does great on flowers.
"THis the best most versatile lens that i have in my collection...." Read more
"...and sharp at 400, but it also did great on flowers, it's a pretty versatile lens...." Read more
"Excellent lens with such a versatile focal range. Downside is that it is about $600 too expensive considering it does not have flourite elements...." Read more
"Great range and amazingly sharp!!!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the weight of the camera lenses. Some mention that it's light weight, while others say that it is rather heavy.
"...This is is still a heavy lens, and you will get tired handholding it unless you're in reasonably good shape...." Read more
"...I will be taking it with me to Iceland next month. The reduction in total lens weight will be a big help for this and future international..." Read more
"...not and like all of Nikons 300mm f2.8 lenses it's a beast--big and heavy. That necessitates planning ahead...." Read more
"...resolving power can be exceptional in reasonable lighting and it is light and small enough to be carried around all day...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the image quality of the lens. Some mention it has stunning picture quality, with great bokeh and accurate exposure when corrected by half a stop. However, others say that the images are softer and less contrasty.
"...The old lens doesn't work with TCs.* Much sharper and better contrast. Wow...." Read more
"...3- TC20E iii, Obviously you lose Autofocus, but the image is still usable for Facebook posts, a little softer a little less contrast, and since you..." Read more
"...Images are softer but they are definitely usable...." Read more
"...focus, especially with the focus limiter enabled, and most of the pictures were sharp even magged up to about 250%...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the camera lens. They mention that it's pricey, and too costly for the image quality. Some say that the lens has an intolerable performance problem at this price.
"...Downsides* Really expensive.* Tripod collar is even more lame than the original 80-400mm...." Read more
"...It is good but not impressive at this price...." Read more
"This is excellent value for the money despite the fact that this is (for me) an expensive lens...." Read more
"...notably heavier than its previous incarnation, and second, it is way too expensive. I've tried to figure out where the additional costs must be...." Read more
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This lens takes that concept and upgrades it to amazing levels. There are very few things to be snarky about on this lens.
* Takes teleconverters. And still has great AF and sharpness with the 1.4x TC. The old lens doesn't work with TCs.
* Much sharper and better contrast. Wow. There is a quite noticeable improvement in optical quality even at normal viewing. The old lens took great photos but was a little mushy. My 600mm prime is sharper, but this is pretty darn good, and I would probably not see the difference except that I was looking at similar bird shots with the 600mm and this lens with the 1.4xTC right next to each other. Without the TC, it's sharp enough that it would be very difficult to see anything to complain about except under lab conditions.
* Autofocus is faster. Honestly it's not so much faster than the original 80-400 that you would miss many, if any shots because of it. Continuous tracking autofocus is noisy but is better than the original. For birds, it's pretty good. You lose focus sites with a teleconverter attached because of the minimum f/stop, but it's still pretty darn good. It locked and tracked the airplane for my daughter's first solo flight perfectly. This is a superb airplane/airshow lens.
* Close-focus. Still darn good and fast. Good for critters you can get close to. Great for birds at a feeder.
* Improved VR. VR will help dramatically for some subjects when handholding, but is pretty useless for fast-moving subjects. VR can help with some nice bird effects, allowing for wingtip motion blur while holding the scene solid. You'll still probably find yourself bumping up the ISO unless you're in full sun with this lens, especially if you are using a TC.
Downsides
* Really expensive.
* Tripod collar is even more lame than the original 80-400mm. You can not release the foot from the tripod collar, which is annoying for handheld use. Get a good collar and removable foot from Really Right Stuff.
This is is still a heavy lens, and you will get tired handholding it unless you're in reasonably good shape. If you're going to use it a lot, get some exercise! Taking pictures is a good method :) If you have the luxury of being able to use a tripod, then do so. It will help. Get a gimble head if you can (I like Really Right Stuff - it also does a great job as a panoramic head). Ball heads are lousy for tracking subjects but are quick and easy to set up, smaller and lighter. Some, like the Acratech, do a passable job as a pseudo-gimble when on a good tripod.
This lens + the 1.4X teleconverter is an amazing kit for nature/wildlife/airshows/car racing/motorcycle racing etc. I don't have a 1.7X, but the 2.0X is too much of a compromise on finder brightness, f/stop and focus capability for me. This combo is easily transportable and easily handled. Much of the time the 80-400 is enough, and when it isn't, the TC works great. If you can justify the expense, this kit will make you very happy.
I took the plunge but then I had to find out how this new 80-400mm stacked up with the other two. The first thing I did was replace the tripod collar with a Really Right Stuff (RRS) LC-A13 collar and foot replacement. As many reviewers have already stated, the standard Nikon collar does not hold the lens solidly when mounted on a tripod. The RRS collar is solid as a rock and its nice having a lens foot that is already ARCA quick release compatible.
I tested all three lenses using a Nikon D7100, my primary wildlife body. All photographs were shot at f5.6 which theoretically gives the 70-200mm and 300mm a slight advantage since they are both f2.8 lenses and unlike the 80-400mm, not being shot wide-open. I used objects in my yard rather than a test chart because I wanted to simulate the types of subject I actually photograph. These included an agave, a very spiny cactus, and a piece of wood with rough grain so I could see how well the each lens picked up the texture and detail of the subjects. Using an ISO of 100, all of the lenses were tripod mounted and the camera was fired using the Nikon ML-L3 wireless remote in mirror up mod to eliminate any vibration. I tested the 70-200mm against the 80-400 set at 200mm and the 300mm against the 80-400mm set at 300mm. And remember, on the D7100 the actual focal lengths are 300mm and 450mm.
Frankly I was astounded by the results because the difference in sharpness between these lenses was very hard to see when viewed at normal magnification. At 100% view the 80-400 is slightly softer but not much. Since I usually use a teleconverter on the 70-200mm and 300mm to get them to around 400mm's or more, the 80-400mm is at least as sharp if not sharper at those focal lengths. On a D7100 set to 1.3x crop mode, the 80-400mm becomes a 156-780mm lens. I also found the lens is sharpest at f8-f10. At f11 the lens is still sharp but it begins to be diffraction limited.
I also tested the 80-400mm with a TC-14e and the lens performed pretty well. Images are softer but they are definitely usable. On the D7100, the addition of a teleconverter changes the AF system to a single focus point and focusing hunts a little more. With the addition of a teleconverter I found that the lens consistently "front focused." That was easily fixed using AF fine-tune in the D7100's menu.
We all have different photography styles and you're needs may be different than mine. But for me the combination of Nikons latest VR, excellent AF all in a package that is small and well balanced really makes this lens a pleasure to use. And now I don't have to decide whether to carry the 300mm f2.8 or not. According to DXO lab, the 80-400mm is even sharper on a D800 so it can double as a landscape lens when longer focal lengths are needed.
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Bottom line is it good? Is it worth the money? Yes on both counts. The focus is snappy, the VR really really works, the contrast is better, no flare at all (the old lens was good there too), zooming super smooth, not too heavy. These days I frequently fo out with just the 16-35, 70-180 micro and now the new 80-400 when biking or walking far. The tripod collar is slightly bendy but not bad.
So in answer to the critics I see nothing to fault so far. In a recent Folk Festival weekend I used it extensively for video and handheld stills, some a slow as 1/50th and still good. Far far better than the 70-200 plus teleconverter. Obviously not as good as my 500mm f4, but hey..... I am so pleased that I am thinking of getting a D7100 as a spare body for the 500 and the 80-500.
So if you want a highly versatile three lens setup get the 80-400VR, 24-70 and the 16-35VR. I know that this lens will be constantly in my bag and on a camera. It is that good.
This is the most expensive item of photographic equipment I've ever bought, but I am very happy with the results I'm getting, so I think its worth the money. Highly recommended.