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Nikon is a precision optical company with worldwide manufacturing, research and marketing capabilities. The Nikon name is equated with extraordinary photographic performance, innovation, precision and optical quality.PRODUCT FEATURES:The world's first AF-S VR super-telephoto 200-400mm zoom lens;Combines four fixed focal length super-telephoto lenses into a single compact super-telephoto AF Zoom Nikkor lens;VR operation offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops faster;Two VR Modes: Normal mode or Active Mode for when taking pictures with extreme movement;Automatically detects when photographer is panning and compensates;Compatible with AF-S Teleconverters: TC14E (II) and TC20E (II);Exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation;4 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements minimizes chromatic aberration and provides higher resolution and superior contrast;Minimum focus distance of 6.2 feet at all focal lengths;Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing and great body balance;M/A mode enables instant switching from autofocus to manual with virtually no time lag even during AF servo operation;No power consumption during manual focus operation;Rounded diaphragm (9 blades) for natural blur;Nikon D-type design provides precise distance information for flash and ambient light exposure processes;Detachable tripod mounting collar provided.
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- Vibration Reduction (VR) operation offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops faster. Two VR Modes - normal or active- Compatible with Nikon TC-14E II, TC-17E II and TC-20E II Teleconverters. AF operation only with TC14E II.
- Exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-high-speed auto focusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation.
- 4 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements minimize chromatic aberration and provide higher resolution and superior contrast.
- Minimum focus distance of 6.2 feet at all focal lengths.
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By Rodolfo Paiz
Conventional wisdom says that primes (lenses of a fixed focal length without the ability to zoom) have better optical quality than zooms, and that's almost always true. But in a few rare cases, zooms can be better than the available primes (see Nikon's incredible 14-24/2.8 for an example), and in others the difference in quality is so small that it becomes functionally irrelevant. So it is with this lens.
Both Canon and Nikon have phenomenal "long guns" in their lineup: 200/2, 300/2.8, 400/2.8, 500/4, 600/4. Each of these is bigger, heavier, and more expensive than the last, with the 200/2 and 300/2.8 being roughly 6 pounds and $5,000 while the 600/4 is closer to 11 pounds and $10,000. And they all deliver amazing image quality with near-instant autofocus performance... but none of them can zoom. And to cover the 200mm to 400mm range, you'd need to spend $18,000 and carry around nearly 22 pounds. You'd get lenses with larger apertures and could either shoot faster or in less light... but if you can live with f/4 (and I can absolutely live with it, even for wildlife in Botswana or airshows at dusk), then you can get that range for $6,000 and 7 pounds, or add in a 1.4x TC-14EII teleconverter to get a 280-560 f/5.6 lens that is still stunningly sharp.
If you're making enough money to buy the primes, and you don't miss the ability to zoom, and you're willing to carry two or three big primes around with you (along with 2-3 bodies to put on them), then this lens may not be attractive to you. But for everyone else, who either cannot or will not pay $18,000 and carry 22 pounds of glass, this lens is a bloody godsend. The image quality is incredible, the AF performance is extremely fast, and there is not much of a difference in either IQ or AF from this lens to any of the big primes. A little, yes; but not a lot. And no other zoom on the market, from any company and at any price, can offer the speed and quality this one does.
I've used this lens since 2007, on three different bodies: the D200, D300, and now the top-of-the-line 24-megapixel beast of the D3x. Even on the D3x, this lens provides more resolution than what the camera can deliver. Don't try this lens if you can't buy it... it's absolutely addictive. The one thing to keep in mind if you're moving into the "big guns" is that 7 pounds does not sound like much, until you're holding it up with your left hand for a few hours, a foot away from your face, and trying to hold it steady. Even with VR, long lenses do take some practice, some strength, and some technique; so get lots of practice, and don't expect to be able to get the very best possible quality from this (or any comparable) lens in your first few days or weeks with it.
By Edgar H. Tan, MD (Global)
I have been eyeing this lens for quite a while when it was still being sold at $4900 at adorama (imported) free ship and then suddenly I saw the price soaring to $5900 to my disgust for my inaction. Patiently I continued to scout from amazon when I saw this lens posted at $5119.95 + $30 shipping fee from Cameta....and without blinking an eye I ordered and was very pleased to own this very fine performer in my arsenal now.
It is very fast, sharp and hmmm should I say heavy too?? I am very pleased with amazon for this and I can't complain at this time.
By Dee Woltereck (Vancouver, WA)
This lens is incredible!!! I have been researching long lenses for several months now, my choices were between the Nikkor 500mm f4 and this piece. I had to ask myself how often I'd be shooting at 500mm? or 700 with a 1.4 TC, not very often unless I travel and currently that is out of the question.
Having owned this piece for 3 weeks now and having shot roughly 3000 images I have to say that I don't regret this purchase one bit. The focus is fast, the image quality is incredible, the drop in filter and the memory set a very nice feature, the VR is a dream and I managed to shoot images which I would have otherwise not been able to get.
The only drawback is that it is pretty heavy, my shooting style, mostly wildlife, hand held, birds on the wing, had to change a bit. Oh and a good tripod is a must!!!
By R. McLaughlin (Angelus Oaks, Ca)
I purchased this lens a few days ago and now I see what all the fuss was about. I could have had the 80-400 but it focuses way too slow. Dreadful. I guess I have been spoiled with the AFS lenses. Well this one will not let you down.
THE GOOD:
The lens is balanced, you notice that right away. You can hand-hold the lens and it is not front-heavy like the 600/4 is. You point it somewhere and it will not try to leap out of your arms like a hyperactive terrier.
The build is very nice. None of the ugly cheap plastic on the barrel as you see on inexpensive zooms. This is well made, in Japan. No expense was spared.
The results are phenomenal. I zoomed in on the laptop and the image was pixelating and still retained sharpness! I will only hand-hold this lens but I am 6'4 and 240lbs.
THE BAD:
Amazon recommends Tiffen filters. I say stick with Nikon because the filter is part of the optical calculation (you need a filter and cannot shoot without one). Yes they cost more but this is not a time to get cheap.
It is heavy. It needs a very wide strap, like for a mailbag. Nikon should have included one if you ask me.
It needs the TC-14E II. The lens is a 200-400 zoom on my D700 but with a 1.4x it becomes a 280-560mm. Once you break 500mm a whole new world opens up for you.
Now I thought of the 300mm as well, and used to own one when the F5 came out. But I always used a TC to get to 600mm. This way I keep image quality and have many options for focal length. The results are worth every penny!
By D. Holt (laurel, md USA)
I have had this lens for about 4 months or so and just love it to death. If you have the money or not and you love wildlife photography then this is a must have lens. Lens works like a champ and takes sharp pictures. Work's very well with the Nikon TC-14E II converter and I would like to try the TC-17E also with it. I have mostly been using it to shoot Eagles in flight and have got some very nice shots. I would recommend and nice heavy duty carbon fiber tripod and the Bogen / Manfrotto 3421 Heavy Duty Gimbal Head.
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