Nikon AF VR-NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED
Versatile telephoto zoom with vibration reduction
Key Features
Lens Capabilities
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The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF VR-NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED
| Ring / Switch / Control | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Focus Ring | ✓ Present | Manual focus ring |
| Zoom Ring | ✓ Present | Rotary zoom mechanism |
| Aperture Ring | ✓ Present | Manual aperture ring with lock |
| AF/MF Switch | ✓ Present | Switch on lens barrel |
| Image Stabilisation Switch | ✓ Present | VR On/Off switch |
| Focus Limiter Switch | ✓ Present | Full/Limit switch |
| Function (L-Fn) Button | ✗ Not Present | |
| Zoom Lock Switch | ✓ Present | Lock at 80mm |
| Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) | ✓ Present | VR system |
| Weather Sealing | ~ Limited | Basic dust/moisture resistance |
How-to Use Nikon AF VR-NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED
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Learn & Master Photography with Nikon AF VR-NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED
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Technical Specification
| Focal Length | 80-400mm |
| Aperture Range | f/4.5-5.6 to f/32 |
| Lens Construction | 17 elements in 11 groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (rounded) |
| Minimum Focus | 2.3m (7.5 ft) |
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Stabilization | VR (Vibration Reduction) |
| Focus Motor | Screw-drive (camera body driven) |
| Weight | 1340g |
| Dimensions | 91 x 171 mm |
