Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8D ED-IF II vs Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR is lighter by 1000g.
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8D ED-IF II | AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 400mm | 400mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | n/a | 2014 |
| Weight g | 4800 | 3800.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 52 | n/a |
| Length mm | 352.0 | 358.0 |
| Diameter mm | 160.0 | 159.5 |
| Min focus m | 3.8 | 2.6 (closer focusing) |
| Blades | n/a | 9 |
| Format | n/a | full-frame |
| Groups | n/a | 12 |
| Af motor | n/a | SWM |
| Elements | n/a | 16 |
| Stabilized | n/a | Yes |
| Max magnification | n/a | 0.17 |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8D ED-IF II
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8D ED-IF II: a telephoto prime lens with a 400mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, made for Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. It brings distant subjects closer for sports, wildlife an...
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
Nikon's flagship 400mm f/2.8 with fluorite elements and an electromagnetic aperture, introduced in 2014. It weighs about 3.8kg, lighter than previous Nikon 400mm lenses.
Pros
- f/2.8 with VR
- Lighter than earlier Nikon 400mm lenses
- Weather-sealed build
- Takes teleconverters
Cons
- Large
- Needs a monopod or gimbal head
- About 3.8kg
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