Used Nikon AF 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 D ED VR
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Condition & contents
| Grading | Good used condition. Some minor scuffs/paint loss to tripod collar & foot. Optics free from haze/fungus. VR, zoom, AF in good working order. |
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| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 6 month warranty |
| Includes | Front caps, rear caps & tripod collar |
At a glance: Nikon AF 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED VR - full-frame stabilised telephoto zoom, screw-drive AF.
About this lens
The Nikon AF 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED VR was Nikon's first VR telephoto zoom - a full-frame 5x telephoto covering 80-400mm with ED glass and vibration reduction, using screw-drive autofocus from the camera body.
Build & handling
| Maximum aperture | f/4.5-5.6 |
|---|---|
| Stabilisation | Yes - VR |
| Autofocus | Screw-drive (requires a body with an AF motor) |
| ED elements | Yes |
| Filter thread | 77mm |
Works with
- Nikon DSLR bodies WITH an in-body AF motor (D7xxx, D500, D6xx, D7xx, D8xx and similar)
- Will NOT autofocus on D3xxx / D5xxx bodies
- 77mm filters
Best for
A versatile single-lens solution for wildlife, aviation and safari - the 80-400mm range covers far more ground than a fixed telephoto. This D-series version predates Nikon's later AF-S 80-400mm and focuses by screw drive, which is noticeably slower and noisier; it suits considered wildlife and landscape work more than fast-moving sport. Works on FX and DX bodies, giving 120-600mm equivalent on DX.
Frequently asked questions
Will it autofocus on my D3500 or D5600?
No. This is a screw-drive AF-D lens with no motor of its own, so it needs a body that has an in-body AF motor. On a D3xxx or D5xxx it will mount and meter but focus manually only. The later AF-S 80-400mm has its own motor and does not have this limitation.
How good is the VR on this older lens?
It was Nikon's first-generation VR, so roughly two stops of benefit rather than the three to four of modern designs - still a worthwhile help at 400mm handheld, but do not expect current performance.
Will it autofocus on entry-level Nikon DSLRs (D3xxx / D5xxx)?
No. This lens uses screw-drive autofocus and requires a Nikon body with an in-body AF motor (D7xxx, D8xx or pro bodies, or older film SLRs). On entry-level bodies it can be used in manual focus only.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 80-400mm |
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| Lens Type | Telephoto, Zoom |
| Max Aperture | f/4.5 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Mount |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Nikon |