Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR vs Tokina AT-X 400mm f/5.6
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 faster by 2 stops (f/2.8 vs f/5.6), letting in more light.
- Tokina AT-X 400mm f/5.6 is lighter by 2810g.
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR | AT-X 400mm f/5.6 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Tokina |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Telephoto |
| Focal length | 400mm | 400mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/5.6 |
| Released | 2014 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | 8 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 12 | 8 |
| Af motor | SWM | n/a |
| Elements | 16 | 10 |
| Weight g | 3800.0 | 990 (lighter) |
| Length mm | 358.0 | 202.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 159.5 | 79.0 |
| Min focus m | 2.6 | 2.5 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.17 | 0.17 |
| Filter mm | n/a | 72 |
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
Tokina AT-X 400mm f/5.6
A 400mm f/5.6 telephoto prime lens, the Tokina AT-X 400mm f/5.6 is designed for Nikon F mount bodies. It brings distant subjects closer for sports, wildlife and events.
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