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Nikon has announced a fast new super-telephoto prime lens, the lightweight Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens priced at $11,999,95 (the previous version costed $8,999, a $3k price hike). The new lens has the same size as the old version but is almost 29 oz/820 g lighter.

The new lens is an advanced telephoto lens featuring a bright, fast f/2.8 maximum aperture to benefit its use in difficult lighting conditions. The lens construction incorporates two fluorite elements and two ED (extra-low dispersion) elements, which help to minimize the overall lens weight and significantly reduce chromatic aberrations throughout the aperture range. Protecting the advanced optical design is a front fluorine-ibook-store-widgetcoated meniscus glass element that, when paired with the weather-resistant magnesium alloy barrel, supports working in inclement conditions.

A Silent Wave Motor AF system produces fast, near-silent focusing performance that suits both stills shooting and movie recording which can instantly be manually overridden by simply turning the manual focus ring. Further contributing to photographing in fast-paced situations and difficult lighting, VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization compensates for the effects of camera shake by up to four shutter speed steps. Additionally, an electromagnetic aperture mechanism is integrated into the lens design to provide greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with faster continuous shooting rates.

• Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture is well-suited to working in difficult lighting conditions and also lends itself to precise focus control for shallow depth of field imagery.
• Two fluorite and two ED lens elements work to reduce chromatic aberrations; improve overall image sharpness, clarity, and color fidelity; and help to minimize the overall weight of the lens.
• Vibration Reduction image stabilization helps to reduce the appearance of camera shake for up to four shutter speed stops, benefitting this lens’ use in low-light conditions. Additionally, a designated Sports and Action VR mode is well-suited to working in fast-paced conditions.
• Silent Wave Motor autofocus mechanism provides quick, quiet and precise autofocus performance.
• Full-time manual focus override allows instant switching between AF and MF focusing systems by just rotating the focus ring at any time.
• Specialized electromagnetic aperture mechanism provides greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with fast continuous shooting rates.
• Fluorine-coated front meniscus glass element affords protection to the optical system.
• Dust- and moisture-resistant magnesium alloy lens barrel benefits the lens’ use in inclement conditions.
• When used with DX-sized sensors, the 35mm-equivalent focal length will be 600mm.
• A removable Monopod Collar is included with the lens for well-balanced support when working from a monopod or tripod.

Specifications

• Focal Length 400mm
• Aperture Maximum: f/2.8
• Camera Mount Type Nikon F
• Format Compatibility Nikon FX/35mm Film
• Nikon DX
• Angle of View 6° 10′
• DX Picture Angle: 4°
• Magnification 0.16x
• Features
• Image Stabilization Yes
• Autofocus Yes
• Tripod Collar Yes Removable – rotating

Nikon has also announced a new AF-S TeleConverter TC-14E III, which increases the focal length of NIKKOR lenses by 40%. The Price is set for $499.95.

From Nikon: Crafted to deliver precision at any speed, this FX-format super-telephoto is ideal for professional sports and news photographers who demand peak performance. Boasting a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture, a completely new optical design, and Nikon’s new SPORT Vibration Reduction (VR) mode, the NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8 delivers exceptional image quality, and it can track fast action with incredible clarity. Additional information can be found on Nikon’s website.

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