Nikon
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 87.0 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 54.8 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 65.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 62.1 |
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📖 Overview
The Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is a telephoto zoom lens offering a versatile reach for wildlife and sports photography. Its vibration reduction helps to stabilize images at longer focal lengths. It is a good all-around option, but not as fast or sharp as more expensive primes.
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📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 80-400mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/4.5-5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/32-40 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Nikon F |
| AF Motor | Silent Wave Motor (SWM) |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 175.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.18x |
| Elements / Groups | 20 elements in 12 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Filter Diameter | 77mm |
| Weight | 1570g |
| Dimensions | 95.5 x 203.0mm |
| Release Year | 2013 |
| MSRP | $2,699 |
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR, sourced from SampleShots.
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