Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II Lens

The AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens from Nikon is a versatile telephoto zoom lens designed for sports and wildlife photography. Here are its key features and specifications:

Focal Length:

Telephoto zoom lens designed for FX-format F-mount cameras.

Can also be used with DX-format cameras, providing a 300-600mm equivalent focal length range.

Aperture:

Constant f/4 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range.

Provides consistent illumination and greater control over depth of field.

Suitable for isolating subjects and working with selective focus techniques.

Optical Construction:

Advanced optical design includes four extra-low dispersion elements.

Reduces color fringing and chromatic aberrations for improved clarity and color accuracy.

Nano Crystal Coat and Super Integrated Coating control flare and ghosting for enhanced contrast in challenging lighting conditions.

Autofocus:

Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance.

Full-time manual focus override allows for manual adjustments during autofocus.

Internal focusing design maintains the overall length of the lens and promotes faster focusing speeds.

Vibration Reduction (VR II):

VR II image stabilization minimizes the appearance of camera shake by up to three stops.

Benefits handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions.

Helps capture sharp images at slower shutter speeds.

Tripod Collar:

Rotating tripod collar for convenient use with a tripod or monopod.

Diaphragm:

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out-of-focus quality.

Enhances the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.

Teleconverter Compatibility:

Compatible with optional AF-S Teleconverter TC-14, TC-17, and TC-20 teleconverters.

Allows for extended reach while maintaining autofocus capabilities.