Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II vs Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II and Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II | Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II | |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Release Year | 2001 | 1987 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | N/A | 299 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
Standard / Normal Macro |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| 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 | 380 cm | 23 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
| Macro 1:1 | No (No Macro lens) | No |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F2,5 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Construction | 11 elements / 9 groups | 9 elements / 8 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Focal Length | 400 mm | 50 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 | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 160 mm | 68 mm |
| Length | 352 mm | 63 mm |
| Weight | 4800 gr | 280 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 D IF-ED II |
Canon EF 50mm F2.5 Compact Macro |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | N/A | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | No information |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-27 | N/A |
| Tripod Collar | Included | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |