Powerful zoom with extended reach. With a 200-500mm focal length range and constant f/5.6 aperture, this FX-format lens introduces a new level of super-telephoto versatility.

Whether you shoot wildlife, birds, planes, or fast-paced sports, this lens delivers unwavering performance. The 200-500mm range offers exceptional reach. The constant f/5.6 aperture enables comfortable speed and smooth control over depth of field across the entire zoom range. Nikon's impressive Vibration Reduction lets you shoot at shutter speeds up to 4.5 stops slower, and SPORT VR mode excels at tracking fast action. The electromagnetic diaphragm ensures precise exposures during high-speed bursts.

Key features.

FX-format super-telephoto zoom lens: offers flexible 200-500mm focal length range (DX-format equivalent: 300-750mm). Ideal for shooting wildlife, birds, planes, and fast-paced sports.

Constant f/5.6 aperture: enables consistent speed and smooth control over depth of field across the entire zoom range.

High optical performance: three extra-low dispersion (ED) glass elements ensure minimal chromatic aberration.

Vibration Reduction (VR): minimises camera shake and lets you shoot at shutter speeds up to 4.5 stops slower.¹ SPORT VR mode delivers a stable viewfinder image when capturing high-speed movement. It also allows a continuous shooting frame rate and release time lag similar to those that are achievable when VR is turned off. Use SPORT VR mode to perfectly capture moving subjects such as birds in flight, or fast-paced sports.

High-speed AF operation: Nikon's Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-fast, ultra-quiet autofocus performance with seamless manual override.

Electromagnetic diaphragm: for consistent, more precise exposures during high-speed bursts.

Minimum focus distance: 2.2m.

Zoom-lock switch: keeps the lens secure when not in use.

Tripod foot: helps stabilise the lens when using a tripod.

AF with teleconverters: the fixed maximum aperture of f/5.6 enables AF operation even when using a 1.4x teleconverter (attached to an f/8-compatible camera).

Included: detachable hood and soft case.

¹ In Normal mode based on CIPA standard.

Technical Specifications

Focal length 200-500mm
Maximum aperture f/5.6
Minimum aperture f/32
Lens construction 19 elements in 12 groups (including 3 ED glass elements)
Angle of view Nikon film SLR and FX-format D-SLR cameras: 12°20'-5°00'. Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras: 8°00'-3°10'
Minimum focus distance 2.2m from focal plane (throughout the entire zoom range)
Maximum reproduction ratio 0.22x
No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Filter attachment size 95mm
Diameter x length (extension from lens mount) Approx. 108 mm × 267.5 mm
Weight Approx. 2300 g (including tripod collar) Approx. 2090 g (without tripod collar)
Supplied accessories LC-95 95 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap, HB-71 Bayonet Hood, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap, CL-1434 Semi-soft Case