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AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
- 400mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- Stabilized
- 3800 g
- Min focus 2.6 m
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Quick answer
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
Verdict
Nikon's lightest F-mount 400mm f/2.8.
About this lens
This 400mm f/2.8 telephoto prime lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. It brings distant subjects closer for sports, wildlife and events.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 400mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2014
- Optical construction
- 16 elements in 12 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 2.6 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.17x
- Weight
- 3800 g
- Length
- 358 mm
- Diameter
- 159.5 mm
Specification source: imaging.nikon.com
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR?
- Pro sports
- Wildlife
- Motorsport
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 | 400mm | 5.2° | 6.2° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 600mm | 3.4° | 4.1° |
Frequently asked questions
How heavy is the Nikon 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR?
About 3.8kg, roughly 800g lighter than the 400mm f/2.8G ED VR II.
Does the 400mm f/2.8E work with teleconverters?
Yes, the TC-14E III and TC-20E III are compatible. Autofocus is retained on bodies that support the resulting aperture.
Can the 400mm f/2.8E FL be used on Z cameras?
Yes, through the FTZ adapter, with autofocus and VR working.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
