AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II
- 200-400mm
- f/4.0
- Telephoto Zoom
- Stabilized
- 3360 g
- Min focus 2 m
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Quick answer
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II is a telephoto to super telephoto telephoto zoom lens covering 200-400mm at f/4.0 for the Nikon F mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
A 200-400mm f/4 telephoto zoom lens, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 200-400mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 2 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Weight
- 3360 g
- Length
- 366 mm
- Diameter
- 124 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II?
At 200-400mm this is a telephoto to super telephoto telephoto zoom, which typically suits:
- Sports and action
- Wildlife and birds at moderate distance
- Compressing distant landscapes
- Wildlife and birds
- Motorsport and field sports
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
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 | 200–400mm | 5.2–10.3° | 6.2–12.3° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 300–600mm | 3.4–6.9° | 4.1–8.2° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II use?
It uses the Nikon F mount, so it fits Nikon F cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II?
It zooms across 200-400mm with a maximum aperture of f/4.0. That makes it a telephoto to super telephoto lens.
Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a zoom lens covering 200-400mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/4.0.
What is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 300–600mm on full frame, with a 3.4–6.9° horizontal and 4.1–8.2° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II fit?
Any Nikon F-mount camera, including Nikon D3, Nikon D300, Nikon D3000, Nikon D300S, and Nikon D3100 and 35 more.
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