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product_id: 48759734
title: "Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 80-400mm f.4.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras"
brand: "nikon"
price: "$4709.09"
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# 4-step VR stabilization boost 5x telephoto zoom (80-400mm) Nano Crystal Coat reduces flare & ghosting Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 80-400mm f.4.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** $4709.09
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔍 Zoom into brilliance — your ultimate telephoto companion for every shot.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 80-400mm f.4.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** $4709.09 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Crystal-Clear Optics:** Four ED and one super ED lens elements deliver razor-sharp images with minimal chromatic aberration.
- • **Steady Shots, Always:** Advanced Vibration Reduction technology gives you a 4-stop shutter speed advantage for blur-free handheld shooting.
- • **Versatile 80-400mm Zoom:** Capture everything from intimate portraits to distant wildlife with a powerful 5x telephoto range.
- • **Silent & Swift Autofocus:** Equipped with Nikon’s SWM for ultra-quiet, lightning-fast focus locking—never miss the moment.
- • **Pro-Grade Build & Compatibility:** Robust construction with FX and DX format compatibility ensures this lens grows with your photography ambitions.

## Overview

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens is a professional-grade telephoto zoom lens designed for FX-format cameras, offering a versatile 5x zoom range from 80 to 400mm. It features advanced optical elements including four ED and one super ED glass to minimize chromatic aberrations and enhance image clarity. The lens incorporates Nano Crystal Coat technology to reduce ghosting and flare, while its Vibration Reduction system provides stabilization equivalent to a 4-stop shutter speed advantage. With a Silent Wave Motor, autofocus is both fast and quiet, making it ideal for capturing sharp images in diverse shooting conditions. Compatible with both FX and DX Nikon DSLRs, this lens is a durable, high-performance tool for wildlife, sports, portrait, and long-range photography.

## Description

From the manufacturer AF-S NIKKOR Whether you’re shooting low-light sports, wildlife, fashion, portraits or everyday subjects, the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II will beautifully capture bright, razor-sharp images and HD videos. This lens is lauded by pros and serious hobbyists for its quick and responsive autofocus, super steady Vibration Reduction, accurate color rendition, contrast and gorgeous bokeh. With an f/2.8 fixed maximum aperture and Nikon’s advanced lens technologies, the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II could very well be the best lens investment you could make. Catch the shots that matter Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture and VR II An update to Nikon’s legendary f/2.8 fixed aperture telephoto zoom lens, the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II captures stunning full-frame images with remarkable speed. Nikon VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization provides 3.5 stops* of blur free handheld shooting, assuring dramatically sharper still images and HD video capture. Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-fast, ultra-quiet autofocusing with seamless manual focus override. No matter what you’re shooting, you’ll capture it with uncompromising speed and precision—at any focal length. AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II photo of an elderly couple on a park bench Images in a class of their own Renowned NIKKOR optics and advanced Nikon lens technologies Photos and HD videos captured with the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II are second to none. The lens draws peak performance from advanced D-SLRs for exceptional sharpness, contrast and color rendering. From its enhanced autofocusing (SWM), VR II image stabilization, Nano Crystal Coat (N), Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass and more, the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II will broaden your shooting potential and inspire some of your most impressive shots yet. The Main Event Versatility of Expression Nothing says versatility more than when shooting events. The AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR is able to take close shots at 70mm but its also perfect for zooming in to capture shots from a farther - unobtrusive distance. Covering all the bases Stunning portraiture from many angles The 70-200mm covers all of the most useful portrait ranges; 85mm, 105mm and 200mm. Its 4.6 feet close focus capability also makes this the go to tele-zoom when shooting formal or environmental portraits.

Review: Excellent - Unfortunately the version desertcart sent me looked like it was second hand (lens barrel dirty, front and rear elements dirty), so I sent it back for refund and got another from Jessops. But don't let that put you off, because this is an excellent lens. As others have said this lens is wonderfully sharp and doubles as both a macro and walkabout lens for portrait and other uses. Fully compatible with both FX and DX format, on DX cameras you will of course get a 1.5x boost in magnification compared to FX. It's expensive, but it's top quality glass and a good investment in my view. If you have a DX format SLR you will have a lens which will upgrade to FX if/when you decide to. One day I'm going to go for a D700 (or whatever semi-pro FX SLR Nikon is selling at the time), so when I do the 105 will step up with me without me having to pay again. A nice fast f/2.8 aperture, although you may notice the camera body showing a smaller aperture (higher f/number) when working in macro ranges - apparently the effective aperture at macro distances decreases (by 2x if working at 1:1 magnification). This is the law of physics and applies to all macro lenses, it's not a defect (and besides, you're unlikely to be using wide apertures when taking macros anyway, so nothing to lose sleep about). In normal ranges the AF is very quick on my D300, but this is with the limit switch on (which limits AF from 0.5M to infinity, therefore excluding macro). I found that at macro range or at normal range with the limit switch off that the lens can sometimes hunt. At macro I'm mostly working with manual focus anyway, so this isn't a problem for me. If you're using the reach of the 105 for fast action shots just keep the limit switch on. Simple. Bokeh on this lens is lovely - I've only had it a week, but have already taken some wonderful flower macros with it, with beautiful creamy bokeh. The lens is very sharp but at macro range the DoF takes some getting used to - the field of view changes at macro range with just minor movements of the lens (breathing), but given the results you get I'm prepared to live with that. It's a big lens, heavy and fairly large for a prime, but doesn't look out of place on my D300 (and well worth the size/weight inconvenience IMO). It's very well built, and looks like it would stand up to the roughest of treatment. More pro-like than the other (DX) lenses that I have. I haven't tried it on smaller SLRs, but I expect that on something like a D40 or D3000 it would make the camera feel very front heavy - my advice would be to try it out in person on the high street and see how you get on. Recommended.
Review: Lightweight, sharp, fast - great quality zoom lens - So, the big decision was the f4 or the f2.8 70-200mm lens? I wasn't so worried about the price difference, although I can appreciate this will be a consideration for some. I wanted to choose the right lens on practical merit and suitability to my needs. I am a keen (amateur) photographer, been a Nikon user for over 20 years and historically used Nikon primes or Sigma zooms. I read the global reviews on this lens and after careful consideration, decided the f4 would be utilised far more than the larger and heavier f2.8. So the purchase was made. Well, to say I am impressed with this lens is an understatement! Extremely sharp with an almost 'tripod like' VR system, I love using this lens. In fact, I have not taken it off my camera since purchasing it a month ago! The controls are well placed, have a quality feel, as does the reassuringly smooth zoom ring. Focus is quick and accurate. I am using the lens mainly at f4, as this was a crucial deciding factor in purchasing a 70-200mm lens. I am more than pleased with the results, so much so, that I now have the difficult decision of deciding whether to purchase the 24-120mm f4 or to go with my original thoughts, the 24-70mm f2.8? I really do not think the additional stop makes a huge amount of difference, for my needs anyway (particularly these days with great VR & high ISO's), although I do love good bokeh and the 70-200mm f4 does a great job in this area! Very pleasing results. Another consideration for some is the lack of tripod collar on this lens. Trust me, you do not need it - the lens is so well balanced on the camera and the VR so impressive, that I understand why Nikon, and Canon, have kept this as an optional extra. I'm even sure if the lens did come with the collar, I would have removed it as I do not use a tripod very often and the lens sits nicely in my hand. This lens will most certainly be a travel companion, across the UK and abroad and to be honest, that sums up my decision to buy - it will get lots of use and that justifies the spend. Highly, HIGHLY recommended!

## Features

- A 5x FX-format compatible telephoto zoom lens covering focal lengths of 80-400mm.
- Four ED lens elements and one super ED lens element adopted for advanced optical performance.
- Nano Crystal Coat adopted to effectively reduce ghost and flare.
- VR performance equivalent to a 4-step increase in shutter speed (tested in accordance with CIPA guidelines at a focal length of 400mm).
- Equipped with an SWM for an AF system that is both quiet and one of the fastest in its class.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00BOZ1Y46 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 41,697 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 451 in Camera Lenses |
| Box Contents | AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR, Lens Hood, Lens Case |
| Brand Name | Nikon |
| Camera Lens | The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens is a versatile telephoto zoom lens with a wide zoom range of 80-400mm (120-600mm equivalent in DX format) ranging from portraits with blurry background up to telephoto Long Range This lens features an advanced optical construction with a super ED and four ED glass elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and provide enhanced clarity, and color… |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Camera Models | Nikon DSLR y cámaras sin espejo |
| Compatible Mountings | Nikon F |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,165) |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
| Fixed Focal Length | 400 Millimetres |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00018208022083 |
| Has Self-Timer | No |
| Image Stabilization Type | Yes |
| Iso Range | ISO 100-6400 |
| Item Weight | 1570 Grams |
| Lens Coating Description | Nano Crystal Coating |
| Lens Design | Zoom |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Lens Type | Telephoto |
| Light Sensitivity | ISO 100-6400 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2208 |
| Maximum Focal Length | 400 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/250 Sekunde |
| Media Type | ProductImage, EnhancedContent |
| Minimum Aperture | 40 |
| Minimum Focal Length | 80 Millimeters |
| Model Name | JAA817DA |
| Model Number | 2208 |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Photo Filter Size | 77 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 30.15 Degrees |
| UPC | 018208022083 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Video Capture Format | MP4 |
| Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Ratio | 5:1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Nikon
- **Compatible mountings:** Nikon F
- **Focal length description:** 80-400 millimeters
- **Focus type:** Auto Focus
- **Lens design:** Zoom
- **Lens type:** Telephoto
- **Lens-fixed focal length:** 400 Millimetres
- **Maximum focal length:** 400 Millimeters
- **Minimum focal length:** 80 Millimeters

## Images

![Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 80-400mm f.4.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81yM+QzLoQL.jpg)
![Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 80-400mm f.4.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51uTKNW-0IL.jpg)
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![Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 80-400mm f.4.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91TeD4gQ4CL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Hi, does this lens come with any sort of warranty? thanks**
A: Hi. Amazon told me the lens is under 2y Nikon Uk warranty and Is like other 80-400 made in Japan I bought it last year and done so many pict...it's brilliant you can check my Face book profile and have a look how it performs.Facebook/ChalupaPhotography

**Q: Does anyone use this for wildlife photography**
A: I'm sorry but I have no experience with this lens. I can say that I have a 70-200 f4 lens which is perfect.

**Q: hi, is it compatible with D5000?**
A: Dear Paulina,Yes, the lens will work fully with the D5000. The lens is suitable for all Nikon cameras, both FX and DX types. As the D5000 camera is a DX type, the focal length of 80mm will in effect be increased to 120mm and the 400mm will be increased to 600mm. Hope this answers your query.

**Q: Can i use it on a z7 ii?**
A: The AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens features a F-mount, which is different from the Z-mount from used by the Z7II camera, so the lens is not directly mountable, however it can be mounted and used with the aid of the FTZ mount adapter.
For further reference on this mount adapter, please check https://www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?lang=en_GB&articleNo=000043239

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent
*by M***R on 2 April 2010*

Unfortunately the version Amazon sent me looked like it was second hand (lens barrel dirty, front and rear elements dirty), so I sent it back for refund and got another from Jessops. But don't let that put you off, because this is an excellent lens. As others have said this lens is wonderfully sharp and doubles as both a macro and walkabout lens for portrait and other uses. Fully compatible with both FX and DX format, on DX cameras you will of course get a 1.5x boost in magnification compared to FX. It's expensive, but it's top quality glass and a good investment in my view. If you have a DX format SLR you will have a lens which will upgrade to FX if/when you decide to. One day I'm going to go for a D700 (or whatever semi-pro FX SLR Nikon is selling at the time), so when I do the 105 will step up with me without me having to pay again. A nice fast f/2.8 aperture, although you may notice the camera body showing a smaller aperture (higher f/number) when working in macro ranges - apparently the effective aperture at macro distances decreases (by 2x if working at 1:1 magnification). This is the law of physics and applies to all macro lenses, it's not a defect (and besides, you're unlikely to be using wide apertures when taking macros anyway, so nothing to lose sleep about). In normal ranges the AF is very quick on my D300, but this is with the limit switch on (which limits AF from 0.5M to infinity, therefore excluding macro). I found that at macro range or at normal range with the limit switch off that the lens can sometimes hunt. At macro I'm mostly working with manual focus anyway, so this isn't a problem for me. If you're using the reach of the 105 for fast action shots just keep the limit switch on. Simple. Bokeh on this lens is lovely - I've only had it a week, but have already taken some wonderful flower macros with it, with beautiful creamy bokeh. The lens is very sharp but at macro range the DoF takes some getting used to - the field of view changes at macro range with just minor movements of the lens (breathing), but given the results you get I'm prepared to live with that. It's a big lens, heavy and fairly large for a prime, but doesn't look out of place on my D300 (and well worth the size/weight inconvenience IMO). It's very well built, and looks like it would stand up to the roughest of treatment. More pro-like than the other (DX) lenses that I have. I haven't tried it on smaller SLRs, but I expect that on something like a D40 or D3000 it would make the camera feel very front heavy - my advice would be to try it out in person on the high street and see how you get on. Recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lightweight, sharp, fast - great quality zoom lens
*by G***M on 7 June 2013*

So, the big decision was the f4 or the f2.8 70-200mm lens? I wasn't so worried about the price difference, although I can appreciate this will be a consideration for some. I wanted to choose the right lens on practical merit and suitability to my needs. I am a keen (amateur) photographer, been a Nikon user for over 20 years and historically used Nikon primes or Sigma zooms. I read the global reviews on this lens and after careful consideration, decided the f4 would be utilised far more than the larger and heavier f2.8. So the purchase was made. Well, to say I am impressed with this lens is an understatement! Extremely sharp with an almost 'tripod like' VR system, I love using this lens. In fact, I have not taken it off my camera since purchasing it a month ago! The controls are well placed, have a quality feel, as does the reassuringly smooth zoom ring. Focus is quick and accurate. I am using the lens mainly at f4, as this was a crucial deciding factor in purchasing a 70-200mm lens. I am more than pleased with the results, so much so, that I now have the difficult decision of deciding whether to purchase the 24-120mm f4 or to go with my original thoughts, the 24-70mm f2.8? I really do not think the additional stop makes a huge amount of difference, for my needs anyway (particularly these days with great VR & high ISO's), although I do love good bokeh and the 70-200mm f4 does a great job in this area! Very pleasing results. Another consideration for some is the lack of tripod collar on this lens. Trust me, you do not need it - the lens is so well balanced on the camera and the VR so impressive, that I understand why Nikon, and Canon, have kept this as an optional extra. I'm even sure if the lens did come with the collar, I would have removed it as I do not use a tripod very often and the lens sits nicely in my hand. This lens will most certainly be a travel companion, across the UK and abroad and to be honest, that sums up my decision to buy - it will get lots of use and that justifies the spend. Highly, HIGHLY recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by O***A on 30 June 2021*

super ligero, super imagen, mas divertido que mi 70 200 2.8 nikkor, no le pide nada para caminar en trekking en la manana genial, y para fotografiar colibris xon una D500 no tienen igual

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