Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM vs Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II
This is a full comparison between the lenses Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM and Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Name | Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM | Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II | |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
| SKU | 8546B002 | |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Release Year | 2013 | 2010 |
| Release Date | 2013-08-22 | |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 299 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Lens Type | Telephoto |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper motor | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 85 cm | 200 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,29 | |
Aperture |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Maximum Aperture |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 55 mm F5,6 at 250 mm Variable Aperture |
F4 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | No information |
Optics |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Construction | 15 elements / 12 groups | 24 elements / 17 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | UD element | No information |
Focal Length |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Focal Length | 55-250 mm | 200-400 mm |
| Zoom Range | 195 mm | 200 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
Yes
VR II |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 70 mm | 124 mm |
| Length | 111 mm | 365 mm |
| Weight | 375 gr | 3360 gr |
Other |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR II |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Drop-in Filter |
| Filter Diameter | 58 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | ET-63 | HK-30 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
