Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED vs Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED and Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM .
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Name | Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED | Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED | |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
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Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Release Year | 2003 | 1999 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | N/A | 7999 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| 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 | 36 cm | 300 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Construction | 14 elements / 10 groups | 17 elements / 13 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Focal Length | 17-55 mm | 400 mm |
| Zoom Range | 38 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
IS |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 85 mm | 163 mm |
| Length | 110 mm | 349 mm |
| Weight | 755 gr | 5370 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Canon EF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Drop-in Filter |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-31 | ET-155 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |