Nikon has announced the AF-S Nikkor 600mm F4E FL ED VR super telephoto FX prime lens which is 3.2 lb/1450 g lighter than the preceding model, weighing 8.3 lb/3810 g.
Here is a quick specifications comparison between the new Nikon 600mm f/4E FL ED VR and the previous Nikon 600mm f/4G ED VR lens.
A long-reaching telephoto optimized for sports, wildlife, and nature shooting, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR Lens features two fluorite and four extra-low dispersion elements reduce chromatic aberrations throughout the aperture range while Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings help to suppress flare and ghosting for greater contrast and clarity.
Nikon 600mm f/4E FL ED VR vs 600mm f/4G ED VR Specs Comparison
| Nikkor 600mm f/4E FL ED VR | Nikkor 600mm f/4G ED VR | |
| Focal Length | 600mm | 600mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Format | FX/35mm | FX/35mm |
| Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) | 2°40′ | 2°40′ |
| Maximum Angle of View (FX-format) | 4°10′ | 4°10′ |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.14x | 0.14x |
| Lens Elements | 16 | 15 |
| Lens Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Compatible Format(s) | FXDXFX in DX Crop Mode35mm Film | FXDXFX in DX Crop Mode35mm Film |
| VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Nano Crystal Coat | Yes | Yes |
| ED Glass Elements | 4 | 3 |
| Aspherical Elements | – | – |
| Super Integrated Coating | Yes | Yes |
| AF-S (Silent Wave Motor) | Yes | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 14.4ft.(4.4m) | 15.7ft.(5.0m) |
| Close Range Correction | – | – |
| Focus Mode | ManualManual/AutoAuto/ManualMemory Recall | AutoManualManual/AutoAuto/Manual |
| Rear Focusing | – | – |
| Filter Size | 40.5mm | 52mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Slip-in | Slip-in |
| Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 6.5in.(166mm) x 17in.(432.0mm) Based on CIPA Standard | 6.5in.(166mm) x 17.5in.(445mm) |
| Approx. Weight | 134.4oz. (3,810g) Based on CIPA Standard | 178.5oz. (5,060g) |
| Price | $12,296.95 | $9,699.00 |
| Buy now | Amazon | Amazon |
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