Capture thrilling close-ups of birds, wildlife, motorsports, athletes, performers, landmarks and other faraway subjects with this compact super telephoto zoom lens. Its fast f/5.6 constant aperture gives photos and HD videos beautiful out-of-focus backgrounds and lets you continue shooting while the light is fading. Vibration Reduction image stabilization keeps your shots sharp and steady and enhances low-light performance.Wherever your passion lies, this outstanding super telephoto zoom lens can bring it into focus. Capture and share stunning views of birds, wildlife, motorsports, athletes, performers, landmarks and other faraway subjects. A fast f/5.6 constant aperture gives your shots beautifully out-of-focus backgrounds across the entire zoom range. Turn fast-moving action into dazzling photo sequences—the electromagnetic diaphragm operates in sync for the fastest subjects and shutter speeds while Vibration Reduction image stabilization keeps your shots sharp and steady. And in the rare cases when additional reach is needed, you can increase the AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR's zoom power with an optional Nikon 1.4x, 1.7x or 2x teleconverter
NIKKOR F Lens Specs
Display SKU
JAA822DA
Rotation
n/a
De-Focus Control
n/a
Rear Focusing
n/a
Focus Mode
Manual Manual/Auto
Close Range Correction
n/a
Minimum Focus Distance
2.2 m (7.2 ft.)
Internal Focusing
Yes
Mount Type
Nikon F Mount
Arneo Coat
n/a
Nano Crystal Coat
n/a
G-type
n/a
E-type
n/a
Focal Length
200-500mm
Maximum Aperture
f/5.6
Minimum Aperture
f/32
Perspective Control
n/a
Lens Type
Zoom
VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
Yes
Micro
n/a
Filter Size
95mm
AF-P (Pulse Motor)
n/a
Accepts Filter Type
Screw-on
Dimensions (D x L) (mm)
Approx. 108 x 267.5 mm (4.2 in. x 10.5 in.) Based on CIPA Guidelines
Weight (g) (body only)*1
Approx. 2300 g (81.2 oz.) Based on CIPA Guidelines
Optical Conversion Factor
n/a
Built-in Teleconverter Lens Groups
n/a
Built-in Teleconverter Lens Elements
n/a
Minimum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format) with built-in Teleconverter
n/a
Maximum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format) with built-in Teleconverter
n/a
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format) with built-in Teleconverter
n/a
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format) with built-in Teleconverter
n/a
Lens Category
Sports & Action, Nature & Wildlife
Lens Groups
12
Lens Elements
19
Maximum Reproduction Ratio
0.22x
Minimum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format)
5°00'
Maximum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format)
12°20'
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format)
3°10'
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format)
8°00'
Zoom Ratio
2.5x
High Refractive Index Elements
n/a
Compatible Format(s)
Full-frame/FX-format Full-frame/FX-format in DX APS-C size/DX-format mode APS-C size/DX-format
SR (Short-Wavelength Refractive) Elements
n/a
Fluorine Coat
n/a
Aspherical Elements
n/a
Phase Fresnel
n/a
Super ED Glass Elements
n/a
Fluorite Elements
n/a
ED Glass Elements
3
Diaphragm Blades
9
Autofocus NIKKOR F
Yes
Features
Autofocus