Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR vs Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR and Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR | Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Release Year | 2015 | 2014 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 10299 USD | 11999 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL 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 F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 360 cm | 260 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 7,14 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F4 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Construction | 16 elements / 12 groups | 16 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Focal Length | 500 mm | 400 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| 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 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Length | 387 mm | 358 mm |
| Weight | 3090 gr | 3800 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 E FL ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Drop-in Filter |
| Filter Diameter | 40,5 mm | 40,5 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-34 | HK-38 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Supplied accessories Slip-on front lens cap LF-4 Rear Lens Cap HK-34 Lens Hood 40.5 mm screw-in NC filter CT-505 Lens Case LN-2 Strap Monopod collar |
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 |