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AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED

  • 200-400mm
  • f/4.0
  • Telephoto Zoom
  • 3275 g
  • Min focus 2 m

Quick answer

The Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED 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

The Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED is a telephoto zoom lens covering 200-400mm at f/4 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED specifications

Brand
Nikon
Mount
Nikon F
Focal length
200-400mm
Maximum aperture
f/4.0
Lens type
Telephoto Zoom
Minimum focus distance
2 m
Weight
3275 g
Length
358 mm

Specification source: wikidata.org

What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED?

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°

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Frequently asked questions

What mount does the Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED use?

It uses the Nikon F mount, so it fits Nikon F cameras directly.

What is the focal length of the Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED?

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 VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED 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 VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED 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 VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED 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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