Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Sample Images

Nikon has announced the lighter and expensive version of its 400mm f/2.8 telephoto lens. The new Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR sample images are now available online.

The internal construction of the lens comprises 16 elements in 12 groups, and features an electromagnetic diaphragm, similar to that employed in the AF-S NIKKOR 800mm f/5.6 lens.

The new Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens will be available in August 2014, and will have a suggested retail price of $11,999.95. 

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Sample Images

Here are the first Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR sample images. All images captured with the new high-end Nikon D4s DSLR camera.

Nikon D4s | 1/1000″ | Aperture: F2.8 | Focal Length: 400mm

Nikon D4s – 1/2500″ | Aperture: F2.8 | Focal Length: 400mm

Nikon D4s – 1/2000″ | Aperture: F2.8 | Focal Length: 400mm

The AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR telephoto lens uses an electromagnetic diaphragm controller for improved exposure stability during continuous shooting, and a new VR Sport Mode recognizes panning motion to provide accurate compensation for camera shake.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens Price

The AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens price is $11,999.95. The super telephoto prime lens will be available from August 28, 2014.