The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm
f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is a new FX-format telephoto zoom lens. An updated
version of Nikon’s immensely popular AF 80-400mm telephoto lens, the new
AF-S 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR telephoto zoom boasts an improved
optical construction, Nikon’s Vibration Reduction system which allows up
to 4-stops of compensation, and a greatly improved autofocus mechanism.
The new Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR will go on sale in the UK on
19th March 2013 for £2,449.99 / €2,999.00. In the US it will be
available in early April 2013 for a suggested retail price of $2,699.95.
Nikon UK Press Release
AF-S NIKKOR 80–400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR telephoto zoom lens—updating a classic
RRP: £2,449.99 / €2,999.00
Sales start date: 19th March 2013
Sales start date: 19th March 2013
London, UK, 05th March 2013: Nikon
today announces a new FX-format telephoto zoom lens with broad 80¬–400mm
focal range and superior optical design.
A highly anticipated update to Nikon’s
immensely popular AF 80–400mm telephoto lens, the new AF-S 80–400mm
f/4.5-5.6G ED VR telephoto zoom lens boasts an improved optical
construction that easily meets the demands of today’s D-SLRs.
Well-suited to subjects such as
wildlife, landscapes or sports, this lens covers everything from mid- to
super-telephoto. It offers superb optical performance in diverse
conditions, and Nikon’s Vibration Reduction system allows for up to
4-stop compensation throughout the zoom range, even at 400mm.
Hiro Sebata, Product Manager, Lenses and Accessories at Nikon UK, says:
“Nikon’s original AF 80-400mm lens was something of a revolution when it launched; it was the first NIKKOR to combine groundbreaking Vibration Reduction technology and combined a versatile telephoto range and relatively compact, take-anywhere build.
“Nikon’s original AF 80-400mm lens was something of a revolution when it launched; it was the first NIKKOR to combine groundbreaking Vibration Reduction technology and combined a versatile telephoto range and relatively compact, take-anywhere build.
He adds: “Now upgraded for the new
generation of DSLRs, the AF-S version of this lens offers a greatly
improved autofocus mechanism, increased VR compensation and an enhanced
optical formula. A worthy successor, we’re sure this lens will build on
the success of its predecessor.”
Optical prowess
Crafted with fast, high-resolution D-SLRs in mind, the newly designed optical construction boasts 20 elements in 12 groups. Designed to deliver superb results in diverse conditions, the lens is equipped with Nikon’s Nano Crystal Coat as well as four ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements and one Super ED glass element. The Nano Crystal Coat combats ghosting and flare, and the ED glass helps correct the kind of chromatic aberration and optical color defects that longer focal lengths, in particular, can experience.
Crafted with fast, high-resolution D-SLRs in mind, the newly designed optical construction boasts 20 elements in 12 groups. Designed to deliver superb results in diverse conditions, the lens is equipped with Nikon’s Nano Crystal Coat as well as four ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements and one Super ED glass element. The Nano Crystal Coat combats ghosting and flare, and the ED glass helps correct the kind of chromatic aberration and optical color defects that longer focal lengths, in particular, can experience.
The four stop advantage
To improve stability throughout the broad zoom range, the VR (Vibration Reduction) mechanism provides compensation equivalent to a shutter speed approximately four stops slower. Normal and Active VR modes deliver stable shooting for different amounts and rates of camera movement, while automatic tripod detection reduces vibration from shutter release when the camera is mounted on a tripod.
To improve stability throughout the broad zoom range, the VR (Vibration Reduction) mechanism provides compensation equivalent to a shutter speed approximately four stops slower. Normal and Active VR modes deliver stable shooting for different amounts and rates of camera movement, while automatic tripod detection reduces vibration from shutter release when the camera is mounted on a tripod.
Reliable workhorse
The strong combination of broad 80–400mm range and relatively portable build makes this lens an incredibly convenient way to meet most telephoto requirements. You can reduce focusing time when shooting within a specific distance range by using the focus limit switch that offers two settings (“FULL” and ∞-6m). The AF works even when a 1.4x teleconverter is attached to an f/8-compatible camera.
A reliable workhorse, the high-quality, ergonomic construction features a metal mount, and rubber weather sealing for protection against the elements. An integrated barrel lock barrel lock prevents the barrel extending under its weight when the lens is not in use.
The strong combination of broad 80–400mm range and relatively portable build makes this lens an incredibly convenient way to meet most telephoto requirements. You can reduce focusing time when shooting within a specific distance range by using the focus limit switch that offers two settings (“FULL” and ∞-6m). The AF works even when a 1.4x teleconverter is attached to an f/8-compatible camera.
A reliable workhorse, the high-quality, ergonomic construction features a metal mount, and rubber weather sealing for protection against the elements. An integrated barrel lock barrel lock prevents the barrel extending under its weight when the lens is not in use.
This lens comes with a lens cap
(LC-77), a lens hood (HB-65), a lens case (CL-M2), and a detachable
tripod foot that improves balance and enables more comfortable switching
between landscape and portrait orientation when the camera is mounted
on a tripod.
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