The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR is a pinnacle of super-telephoto engineering, designed for professional sports, wildlife, and action photographers who require uncompromising speed and reach. Combining a massive f/2.8 aperture with cutting-edge fluorite optics, this lens delivers world-class sharpness and subject isolation while remaining remarkably balanced for its class. Optical Excellence & Lightweight DesignAdvanced Fluorite Optics: Featuring two fluorite and two extra-low dispersion (ED) elements, this lens significantly reduces chromatic aberrations and color fringing. The use of fluorite also drastically reduces the lens’s overall weight, making it easier to handle during long shoots. Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings: These professional-grade coatings virtually eliminate internal reflections, flare, and ghosting, ensuring high-contrast imagery even when shooting in harsh stadium lighting or direct sunlight. Protective Fluorine Coating: The front meniscus glass element is coated to repel water, dust, and grease, ensuring the optical path stays clear in the field. Speed and PrecisionUltra-Fast f/2.8 Aperture: The bright maximum aperture excels in low-light environments and provides a razor-thin depth of field, allowing subjects to pop against a creamy, defocused background. Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Provides near-silent, lightning-fast autofocus that is essential for both high-resolution stills and professional video. Full-time manual focus override allows for instant tactile adjustments. Electromagnetic Diaphragm: Ensures highly consistent exposure during high-speed continuous shooting, a critical feature for capturing the peak of the action in burst mode. Advanced Stability and Handling4-Stop Vibration Reduction (VR): The VR system compensates for up to four stops of camera shake. It includes a specialized Sport Mode for tracking erratic subjects and a Tripod Mode to eliminate subtle ground vibrations. Professional Build: Constructed from a weather-resistant magnesium-alloy, the lens is built to survive the rigors of professional use in inclement weather. Ball-Bearing Tripod Collar: The removable tripod collar features a smooth ball-bearing mechanism, allowing for seamless and rapid transitions between horizontal and vertical shooting orientations. Technical SpecificationsFocal Length: 400mm (600mm equivalent on DX bodies) Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22 Stabilization: 4-Stop VR (with Sport & Tripod modes) Weight: Approx. 8.4 lb (3800g) Filter Size: 40.5mm (Drop-in)
