Nikon has announced a new telephoto prime lens AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR. This lens is the successor of current AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8G lens, which is cost $8,996.95. This new lens promises improved autofocus, exposure accuracy and speed, while being 816g (nearly 2lb) lighter than its predecessor. It uses an electromagnetic diaphragm controller for improved exposure stability during continuous shooting, and a new VR Sport Mode recognizes panning motion to provide accurate compensation for camera shake.
The price for this AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens is $11,996.95 in US. Release date for this lens is in August, 2014.
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Specs:
| Principal specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF |
| Focal length | 400 mm |
| Image stabilisation | Yes (Up to 4 stops stabilisation) |
| Lens mount | Nikon F (DX) |
| Aperture | |
| Maximum aperture | F2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | F22.0 |
| Aperture ring | No |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 |
| Aperture notes | Rounded blades |
| Optics | |
| Elements | 16 |
| Groups | 12 |
| Special elements / coatings | 2 ED glass elements, 2 Fluorite elements. Nano Crystal Coat |
| Focus | |
| Minimum focus | 2.60 m (102.36″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.16× |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Motor type | Ring-type ultrasonic |
| Full time manual | Yes |
| Focus method | Internal |
| Distance scale | Yes |
| Focus distance limiter | Yes; 6m to infinity or 2.6m to infinity |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 3800 g (8.38 lb) |
| Diameter | 160 mm (6.28″) |
| Length | 358 mm (14.09″) |
| Filter thread | 41 mm |
| Filter notes | 40.5mm slip-in filters |
| Hood supplied | Yes |
| Tripod collar | Yes |
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