An optical masterpiece: the super-telephoto zoom lens of choice for professionals.

For professionals seeking the ultimate super-telephoto zoom lens, the AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II delivers unrivaled speed, consistency, low-light performance and image quality in the most demanding situations. An advanced lens that draws peak performance from advanced FX-format D-SLRs, its an ideal choice for photographers who want to keep their gear to a minimum while on super-telephoto assignments that require the absolute finest images possible.

Technology

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    ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

    An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.

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    IF Lens

    A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing. Thus, IF NIKKORS do not change in size during AF operation, allowing for compact, lightweight lenses capable of closer focusing distances. These lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.

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    Silent Wave Motor

    AF-S NIKKOR lenses feature Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM). This technology converts “traveling waves” into rotational energy to focus the optics. This enables high-speed autofocusing that's extremely accurate and super quiet.

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    M/A

    Select NIKKOR lenses have a focusing mode which allows switching from automatic to manual focusing with virtually no lag time by simply turning the focusing ring on the lens. This makes it possible to seamlessly switch to fine manual focusing while looking through the viewfinder.

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    A/M

    A/M stands for Auto-Priority Manual Mode. This mode also enables an easy transition from autofocus to manual during AF operation. However, mode switch sensitivity has been altered to reduce the possibility of sudden unintentional switching to manual focus while shooting.

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    Nano Crystal Coat

    An anti-reflective coating developed by Nikon that virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections across a wide range of wavelengths. Nano Crystal Coat uses ultrafine, nano-sized* crystal particles to eliminate reflections inside the lens throughout the spectrum of visible light waves (380 to 780 nm) in ways that far exceed the limits of conventional antireflection coating systems. Nano Crystal Coat not only solves ghost effects caused by red light, which was incredibly difficult for previous systems. It also effectively reduces ghost and flare effects caused by light entering the lens diagonally. The result: clearer images.

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    Vibration Reduction

    A Nikon in-lens technology that improves image stability by automatically compensating for camera shake. Lenses that offer VR will feature the abbreviation VR on the lens barrel.

*Based on CIPA Standard. This value is achieved when: FX-format compatible lenses are attached to an FX-format digital SLR camera and zoom lenses are set at the maximum telephoto position.

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Tech Specs

  • Focal Length Range

    Focal Length Range

    200 -400mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/4
  • Format

    FX/35mm
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    Yes
  • Nano Crystal Coat

    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    4.9 in.124 mmx14.4 in.365 mm
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    118.5 oz.3360 g
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length Range
    200 -400mm
  • Zoom Ratio
    2x
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/4
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/32
  • Format
    FX/35mm
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
  • Minimum Angle of View (DX-format)
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    12°20'
  • Minimum Angle of View (FX-format)
    6°10'
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.27xx
  • Lens Constructions Elements
    24
  • Lens Construction Groups
    17
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35mm Film
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
    Yes
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Distance Information
    Yes
  • Nano Crystal Coat
    Yes
  • ED Glass Elements
    4
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    6.6 ft.(2.0m)6.4 ft.(1.95m) with manual focus
  • Focus Mode
    Auto, Manual, Manual/Auto
  • Filter Size
    52mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Screw-on
  • Compatible with Nikon AF-S Teleconverters
    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    4.9 in.124 mmx14.4 in.365 mm
  • Approx. Weight
    118.5 oz.3360 g
  • Lens Type
    Zoom

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