AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED
- 80-200mm
- f/2.8
- Telephoto Zoom
- 1580 g
- Min focus 1.5 m
Quick answer
Pro telephoto zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture and Silent Wave Motor, introduced in 1998. It has a tripod collar and weighs about 1.58kg.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Fast SWM focus
- Tripod collar
- Durable
Cons
- About 1.58kg
- No VR
Verdict
A durable classic pro zoom without stabilization.
About this lens
This 80-200mm f/2.8 fast telephoto zoom lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Nikon AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 80-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 1998
- Optical construction
- 18 elements in 14 groups
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 1.5 m
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 1580 g
- Length
- 207 mm
- Diameter
- 88 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED?
- Sports
- Portraits
- Events
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 80–200mm | 10.3–25.4° | 12.3–30.3° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 120–300mm | 6.9–17.1° | 8.2–20.4° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikon AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8D full frame?
Yes, it covers FX. On DX it frames like roughly a 120-300mm lens.
Does the 80-200mm f/2.8D have VR?
No. Fast shutter speeds or a monopod are advisable.
What replaced the 80-200mm f/2.8D?
The AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR followed it, adding stabilization.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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