Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR vs Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR and Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR | Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20082 | 20058 |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Release Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2018-06-14 | 2015-08-04 |
| MSRP | N/A | 1399 USD |
| Last known price | 3296 USD | 1056 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Lens Type | SuperzoomTelephoto |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED 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 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Ring-Type Ultrasonic | Ring-Type Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 300 cm | 220 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,18 | 0,22 |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F5,6 | F5,6 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Construction | 19 elements / 11 groups | 19 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 PF + 3 ED elements, Nano Crystal and fluorine coatings | 3 ED elements |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Focal Length | 500 mm | 200-500 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
300 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
Yes
VR |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | 4.5 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 106 mm | 108 mm |
| Length | 237 mm | 268 mm |
| Weight | 1460 gr | 2300 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 200-500mm F5.6 E ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-84 | HB-71 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Supplied accessories: LC-95 95 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap HB-71 Bayonet Hood LF-4 Rear Lens Cap CL-1434 Semi-soft Case |