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Pros Pros
  • Sharp optical performance across the zoom range
  • Effective vibration reduction for handheld shooting
  • Constant f/5.6 aperture throughout the focal range
  • Quiet and accurate autofocus operation
  • Affordable pricing relative to professional super-telephoto alternatives
Cons Cons
  • Heavy build that can be fatiguing for extended use
  • Slow zoom ring rotation requiring multiple turns
  • External zoom design that extends the barrel
  • Unbalanced tripod collar design
  • Large 95mm filter thread increases accessory costs

Launch price Launch price $1,399.95
Focal length & aperture Focal length & aperture 200-500mm f/5.6
Mount & coverage Mount & coverage Nikon F · Full-Frame
Stabilization Stabilization Optical IS
Close focus Close focus (0.22x)
Filter thread Filter thread 95mm
Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Ring-type ultrasonic
Weight & size Weight & size 2300g (5 lb 1.1 oz) · 108 x 267.5 mm (4.25 x 10.53 in)

Announcement date Announcement date August 4, 2015
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $1,399.95
Lens mount Lens mount Nikon F
Image circle coverage Image circle coverage Full-Frame
Lens type Lens type Zoom
Lens line / series Lens line / series NIKKOR

Elements Elements 19
Groups Groups 12

Focal length (wide) Focal length (wide) 200mm
Focal length (tele) Focal length (tele) 500mm
Max aperture Max aperture f/5.6
Minimum aperture Minimum aperture f/32
Diaphragm blades Diaphragm blades 9

Diagonal angle of view Diagonal angle of view 12° - 20°

Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Ring-type ultrasonic
Maximum magnification Maximum magnification 0.22x
Focus mechanism Focus mechanism Internal focus

Optical stabilization (OIS) Optical stabilization (OIS) Yes

Weight Weight 2300g (5 lb 1.1 oz)
Maximum diameter Maximum diameter 108mm (4.25 in)
Length Length 267.5mm (10.53 in)
Filter thread Filter thread 95mm
Weather sealing Weather sealing None
Tripod collar Tripod collar Included