Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

Professional telephoto zoom with optical stabilization, weather sealing, advanced optics for Wildlife, sports, action photography.

Telephoto zoom lens f/4.5-5.6
Wildlife
Wildlife
Sports
Sports

Lens Review: Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is a versatile telephoto zoom lens designed for Nikon's F-mount full-frame DSLR cameras. Covering a broad focal length range from 80mm to 400mm, it is ideal for capturing distant subjects in wildlife, sports, and action photography. The lens features Nikon's Vibration Reduction (VR) technology, providing up to 4 stops of image stabilization, enhancing handheld shooting capabilities. Its advanced optical design includes Extra-low Dispersion (ED) and Super ED elements to minimize aberrations and deliver sharp, high-contrast images across the frame. The lens's Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures fast and quiet autofocus performance, while the weather-sealed construction offers durability in various shooting conditions.

Specifications

Lens type
Telephoto zoom lens
Max Format size
Full Frame
Focal length
80-400 mm
Image stabilization
Yes (Vibration Reduction with up to 4 stops of compensation)
Lens mount
Nikon F
Maximum aperture
f/4.5-5.6
Minimum aperture
f/32-40
Aperture ring
No
Number of diaphragm blades
9 (rounded)
Optical construction
20 elements in 12 groups (including 4 ED elements and 1 Super ED element)
Minimum focusing distance
1.75 m (5.74 ft)
Maximum magnification
0.2x
Filter size
77 mm
Dimensions
95.5 mm (diameter) x 203 mm (length)
Weight
1,570 g (3.46 lbs)
Weather sealing
Yes
Usage
Wildlife, sports, action photography

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