Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR vs Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR and Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR .
Compare Specifications
Product |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR | Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR | Nikon Nikkor AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Release Year | 2014 | 2000 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 11999 USD | 1849 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | YesNote. See below for further information |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Motor Type | No information | N/A |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 260 cm | 230 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 80 mm F5,6 at 400 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Construction | 16 elements / 12 groups | 17 elements / 11 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Focal Length | 400 mm | 80-400 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
320 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR |
Yes
VR |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 160 mm | 91 mm |
| Length | 358 mm | 171 mm |
| Weight | 3800 gr | 1340 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF 80-400mm F4.5-5.6 D VR |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 40,5 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-38 | HB-24 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Together with the lens you will get HK-38 Lens Hood, 40.5mm Slip-in Circular Polarizing Filter C-PL405, CT-405 Trunk and LN-2 Lens Strap |
