Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S vs Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S and Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Name | Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S | Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2003 |
| Release Date | 2022-01-19 | |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Lens Type | SuperzoomTelephoto |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Voice Coil Motor | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 250 cm | 200 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,23 | |
Aperture |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F4 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | No information |
Optics |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Construction | 25 elements / 19 groups | 24 elements / 17 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 2 Fluorite elements, 2 ED glass, 1 Super ED, 1 SR (Short wavelength refractive) | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Focal Length | 400 mm | 200-400 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
200 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
Yes
VR |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5.5 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 156 mm | 124 mm |
| Length | 380 mm | 358 mm |
| Weight | 2950 gr | 3275 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon AF-S 200-400mm F4 G IF-ED VR |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Drop-in Filter |
| Filter Diameter | 46 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-42 | HK-30 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
