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Nikon's new 80-400mm high-power zoom lens features an innovative Vibration Reduction (VR) system that allows handheld supertelephoto shooting at dusk, at night and even in poorly lit rooms.

The Lens' VR system minimizes image blur caused by camera shake, and offers the equivalent of shooting at a shutter speed three stops (eight times) faster*. The lens offers a natural viewfinder image even during VR operation and also detects automatically when the photographer pans. This exciting new Nikkor is ideal for candid portrait, sports photography and more.
* Nikon Results based on Nikon's internal performance tests.

Note: VR Operation works with the f/5, f/100, N80, N65 and D1.

  • High-performance, high-power 5X (80-400mm) AF zoom lens with Vibration Reduction (VR) system
  • Vibration Reduction (VR) minimizes image blur caused by camera shake.
  • Two VR modes available:
    1) Vibration Reduction for both the viewfinder image and the image on film. Moderate VR operation is executed to ensure viewing comfort for the viewfinder image.
    2) VR for the image on the film only (conserves battery power).
  • VR operation can be canceled when not needed.
  • New optical design incorporates three ED glass elements for superior optical performance throughout the entire zoom range
  • Rounded diaphragm opening (9 blades) is especially good for close-ups and portraits
  • High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating offers superior color reproduction and minimizes ghost and flare.
  • Built-in A/M switch enables instant switching from autofocus to manual focus (Lock mechanism provided)
  • Focus range limiter for smooth focus operation
  • Detachable tripod mounting foot provided
  • Filter attachment does not rotate during focusing or zooming.
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  • Focal length: 80mm to 400mm
  • Zoom ratio: 5X
  • Picture angle: 30 degrees 10? - 6 degrees 10?
  • Maximum aperture: f/4.5 to f/5.6
  • Lens construction: 17 elements in 11 groups (3 ED glass elements)
  • Focus distance: 7.5? to infinity
  • Zoom control: Via rotating zoom ring
  • Aperture scale: f/4.5 to f/32
  • Filter Size: 77mm
  • Controls: Built-in A/M switch, instant switching from autofocus to manual
  • Case: CL-M1 (included)
  • Teleconverter compatibility: TC-14A/TC-201
  • Dimensions: 5.5 inches x 10.4 inches
  • Weight: 40.5 oz

    Note: VR Operation works with the f/5, f/100, N80, N65 and D1.

  • Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens Reviews


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    Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens
     
    4.4

    (based on 16 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Fast / accurate auto-focus (12)
    • Durable (9)
    • Consistent output (6)
    • Rugged (6)
    • Easily interchangeable (5)

    Cons

    • Heavy (8)
    • Slow focus (3)

    Best Uses

    • Wildlife (9)
    • Sports/action (8)
    • General purpose (7)
    • Professional work (4)
    • Landscape/scenery (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Enthusiast (7), Semi-professional (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (3)

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    Reviewed by 16 customers

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    4.0

    One of my favourite lenses

    By Magiver

    from Niagara Fall , Ontario ,Canada

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
    • Rugged
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

    • Heavy
    • Poor in Low Light

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Weddings/Events
    • Wildlife Photos

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    I always have it connected to my cam body.
    I shoot wildlife and landscape but I have had great results with it catching the grandkids playing while on Nikon D300. Got it stuck in my car window
    while trying to photograph a wolf so I missed the shot.
    I do use it more than my fixed 300mm prime and love the results.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Excelent product

    By Marvin

    from El Paso, Tx

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
    • Rugged

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Macro Photography
    • Sports/Action
    • Weddings/Events

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    Aereal photography, macro,
    I love close ups.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

    (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Excelent product

    By Marvin

    from El Paso, Tx

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/Scenery

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    I love close ups.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

    (10 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Real sharp in good light

    By Dennis

    from Palm Beach Gardens, FL

    About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Quick Focus
    • Sharp Focus

    Cons

    • Heavy
    • Poor focus in low light

    Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Sports/Action
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    Several wildlife and sports opportunities have presented themselves. The 80-400 ED VR lense on my D80 have performed superbly. Long time professionals have taken a doubletake at some of the shots that this system has produced. I think my brother (a grey lense user) may be a little jealous of the results too. He hasn't admitted it yet, but I can see it in his eyes.

    The only frustration has been it's poor performance in lower light situations. But just knowing where it doesn't work fixes that.

    Great product that produces great results.

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    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Love this lens for what it is.

    By Ron

    from Camarillo, CA

    About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Slow Focus

    Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Sports/Action
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    Great lens for fairly bright shooting. Got caught without my tripod when I came upon Bighorn Sheep on a trip in Utah. Used my wife's shoulder and the VR really worked. At 400mm (600) on my D200 it was a pretty shakey scene...but it worked.

    Comment on this review

    (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Defintely a winner!!!

    By Extreme Nikon Hobbyist

    from Charlotte, NC

    About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Rugged
    • Sharp Focus
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Sports/Action
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    I have used the lens mostly for sports shots and am very happy with the clarity of the shots as well as my ability to get into the midst of the action from the sideline.

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    (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Excellent value for money

    By Farrukh

    from Chicago, IL, USA

    About Me Semi-Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Rugged
    • Sharp Focus
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

    • Difficult collar use
    • Heavy
    • Tough To Attach

    Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Sports/Action
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    Excellent value for money in its class!

    Comment on this review

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    excellent wildlife lens

    By mkflutster

    from Falmouth, MA

    About Me Semi-Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Easy To Clean
    • Rugged
    • Sharp Focus
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Sports/Action
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    I have owned this lens for 3 months now, using it on a D300. Getting crisp photos of various wildlife. Pros: great telephoto lens, durable, well constructed, like the tripod adapter. Cons: lens is a little heavy for my favorite activity of backpacking, acceptable for short to medium hikes.

    Comment on this review

    (15 of 15 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Best of Times & Worst of Times

    By Threshershark

    from Salt Lake City, UT

    About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Excellent bokeh
    • Lightweight
    • Portable

    Cons

    • Lack of AF-S
    • Slow Focus

    Best Uses

    • Still or Slow Subjects
    • Well-Lit Scenes
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    This would have been an impeccable lens with the addition of AF-S. Focus speed is adequate on my D200, but in the low-light conditions of the golden hour when I often find myself shooting wildlife, this lens can sometimes be frustrating. I have missed some potentially great shots where focus hunts in these types of conditions, and often go to my 70-300 AF-S VR under those conditions.

    On the upside, I love that Nikon made this lens so light and portable as compared to something like the Canon 100-400 USM IS. It is an ideal size for a lens of this focal length. It turns out great images when everything comes together.

    Comment on this review

    (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good Daytime Sports Lens

    By Sam's Dad

    from Vancouver WA

    About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Ease of Use
    • Large Zoom
    • Large Zoom Range

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Sports/Action
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Vibration Reduction Nikkor Lens:

    I bought this lens to shoot outdoor (daytime) sports. It continues to impress me on well lit days. Shooting afternoon football here in the Pacific NW you can reach pretty low light and rain awfully early but I can stand in one endzone and cover most of the field. For softball I can shoot from center field and capture the batter and catcher expressions. It has worked extremely well for me.
    The 4.5-5.6 is pretty serious, I generally shoot in apiture mode but under pretty well lit environments. I'm going to have to switch to a 70-200 F2.8 lens to capture any night games.

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