NIkon telephoto lens reviews

Nikon telephoto lenses cater to every taste and very different wallet: from $1300 to $16000. Nikon telephoto lenses can do a lot: they can be used for sports, reportage, concert and theater shooting – for little money and a lot of money. Beyond that, Nikon telephoto lenses love stargazing because they’re optimized for astrophotography. Among them is a medium telephoto lens equipped with a silent motor, perfect for theatrical shooting. There is a classical professional aperture ratio “three-hundred”, there is “six-hundred”, too fast focusing and minimal aperture response time and also – for sports shooting and shooting of wild animals when it is impossible to come up close…

Nikon 180mm f/2.8D ED-IF AF NIKKOR

Mount: Nikon F

Image format: FX 36×24 mm

Elements/groups: 8/6

Focal length: 180 mm

Angle of View: 13° 40′ FX

Aperture: 2.8 – 22

Number of blades: 9

MDF: 1.5 m

Hood type: built-in

Light Filter: 72 mm

Dimensions: 78.5×144 mm

Weight: 760 g

Price: $1050

Focal length for APS-C equals 270 mm in 35 mm equivalent. Medium telephoto lens designed for sports, reportage, concert and theater shooting. Plus, it’s also optimized for astrophotography.

Very sturdy metal construction provides the necessary rigidity and precision in a small package. Can be used on both digital and film cameras. Lens size does not change when focusing, as it is done internally. Image quality is very good.

Nikon 200mm f/2G ED-IF AF-S VR NIKKOR

Mount: Nikon F

Image format: FX 36×24 mm

Elements/groups: 13/9

Focal length: 200 mm

Angle of View: 12° 20′ FX

Aperture: 2 – 22

Number of blades: 9

MDF: 1.9 meter

Type of lens hood: HK-31

Light filter: 52 mm internal

Dimensions: 124×203mm

Weight: 2900 g

Price: $6600

The focal length for the APS-C format corresponds to 300 mm in 35 mm equivalent. Ultra-light medium telephoto lens has a silent motor and is ideal for theatrical shooting.

High aperture ratio and quality stabilization allow for handheld shooting in very low light. The lens has a very sturdy frame and advanced optical design, created using exclusive technology. This lens has two autofocus preset modes that can be quickly controlled right from the camera. High price is justified.

Nikon 300mm f/4D ED-IF AF-S NIKKOR

Mount: Nikon F

Image format: FX 36×24 mm

Elements/groups: 10/6

Focal length: 300 mm

Angle of View: 8° 10′ FX

Aperture: 4 to 32

Number of blades: 9

MDF: 1.45m

Hood type: built-in

Light filter: 77mm

Dimensions: 90×222.5 mm

Weight: 1440 g

Price: $1300

Its focal length for the APS-C format is equivalent to 450 mm in 35 mm format. Low-cost, medium telephoto lens with moderate size, not as versatile as a fast prime lens, but still provides very good image quality in acceptable light conditions.

Nine-blade circular aperture creates a beautiful blur of spots on unsharp backgrounds. Well-balanced mount for convenient tripod work. Modern cameras compensate for the lack of aperture with the ability to shoot at high sensitivities.

Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II AF-S NIKKOR

Mount: Nikon F

Image Format: FX 36×24 mm

Elements/groups: 11/8

Focal length: 300 mm

Angle of View: 8° 10′ FX

Aperture: 2.8 to 22

Number of blades: 9

MDF: 2.3m

Hood type: HK-30

Light filter: 52 mm internal

Dimensions: 124×267.5 mm

Weight: 2900 g

Price: $6930

Focal length for the APS-C format corresponds to 450 mm in 35 mm equivalent. A classic professional lightweight “300” primarily designed for sports and reportage photography.

State-of-the-art lens coatings ensure quality shots in oncoming light, silent autofocus does not attract the attention of others, and VR II Vibration Reduction System helps you take pictures at long shutter speeds in natural light. The lens has three focus modes: manual priority, manual mode, and instantaneous with AF priority.

Nikon 400mm f/2.8D ED VR AF-S NIKKOR

Mount: Nikon F

Image format: FX 36×24 mm

Elements/groups: 14/11

Focal length: 400mm

Angle of view: 6° 10′ FX

Aperture: 2.8 – 22

Number of blades: 9

MDF: 2.9m

Hood type: HK-33

Light Filter: 52 mm inner

Dimensions: 159,5×368 mm

Weight: 4620 g

Price: $14,900

Focal length for the APS-C format corresponds to 600 mm in 35 mm equivalent. A fast professional telephoto lens for shooting sports both indoors and outdoors. Features very fast focus operation and minimal aperture response time.

The optical elements of this lens are made with a nanocrystalline coating, and there are also three ultra-low dispersion glass elements in the lens circuitry. These features contribute to excellent sharpness and contrast.

Nikon 500mm f/4G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR

Mount: Nikon F

Image Format: FX 36×24 mm

Elements/groups: 14/11

Focal length: 500 mm

Angle of view: 5° FX

Aperture: 4 to 22

Number of blades: 9

MDF: 4m

Hood type: HK-34

Light Filter: 52 mm internal

Dimensions: 139.5×391 mm

Weight: 3880 g

Price: $14,900

Focal length for the APS-C format corresponds to 750 mm in 35 mm equivalent. The lens has a dust-tight housing, low dispersion ED glass elements and nano-crystalline coated optics.

Advanced anti-vibration system, and fast aperture, allowing you to shoot with a minimal delay after the shutter release button is pressed. All very modern. The lens, like most of its classmates, is mainly used for sports and wildlife photography. Delivers superb images.

Nikon 600mm f/4G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR

Mount: Nikon F

Image Format: FX 36×24 mm

Elements/groups: 15/12

Focal length: 600 mm

Angle of view: 4° 10′ FX

Aperture: 4 – 22

Number of lobes: 9

MDF: 5m

Type of hood: HK-35

Light filter: 52mm internal

Dimensions: 166×445 mm

Weight: 5060 g

Price: $16,600

Focal length for APS-C format: 900mm in 35mm equivalent. A super telephoto lens designed for sports arena shooting, long distance reportage, long distance wildlife shooting.

The optics are designed for very high image sensor resolution, producing high contrast and fine details even in harsh lighting conditions. The design features are identical to other Nikon telephoto lenses of the new series and provide the highest image quality.