Nikon to Ship AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Super-Telephoto Lens...

Nikon to Ship AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Super-Telephoto Lens & AF-S Teleconverter TC-14E III

Melville, NY—Nikon’s new AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens and AF-S teleconverter TC-14E III will ship in August. Engineered to give pros and enthusiasts exceptional telephoto capabilities, the new 400mm f/2.8 lens is lighter and more durable than its predecessor. The TC-14 E III teleconverter, a companion for many Nikkor telephoto lenses, offering users a focal length boost and added durability.

“The new AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR has been evolved to meet the needs of today’s sports, wildlife and multimedia photographers, well beyond the premier precision optics; it is much lighter, and has well thought-out controls and features that aid in creating super-sharp images even from extreme distances,” said Masahiro Horie, director, Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc. “Together with the AF-S teleconverter TC-14E III, the new 400mm lens and many other Nikkor lenses will help photographers go the distance to get their shot.”

AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR.
The super-telephoto lens employs a new, refined optical formula; those who shoot fast action sports from a distance or rapidly moving wildlife will appreciate its improved autofocus (AF), exposure accuracy and speed. The lens now contains two fluorite elements that, together with two extra-low dispersion (ED) glass elements and Nano Crystal Coat, help ensure outstanding performance with minimal chromatic aberration and flaring. The lens comprises 16 elements in 12 groups and features an electromagnetic diaphragm. Denoted by the “E” designation, this feature allows for stable exposures during high-speed shooting, such as the 11 frames per second (fps) possible with the Nikon D4S DSLR. Additionally, its nine-blade rounded diaphragm creates a circular, natural-looking, out-of-focus area for a clear separation between the subject and the background.

Other features include: a weight that is nearly two full pounds lighter than its predecessor; Nikon’s Vibration Reduction (VR) technology with up to four stops of image stabilization; the new VR sport mode, which recognizes a panning motion to provide accurate compensation for camera shake; a protective front meniscus element with a fluorine coating to resist dirt and moisture on the front of the lens; a rotating tripod collar for seamless switching between compositions; and buttons on the lens barrel that are compatible with the AF functions of the Nikon D4S. $11,999.95.

AF-S Teleconverter TC-14E III.
This new teleconverter retains the lens’s image quality, even at wide-open apertures, while effectively multiplying the focal length of many Nikkor lenses by 1.4x with only a one-stop loss of exposure. Especially useful for nature and sports photographers, the enhanced optical system is said to reduce chromatic lens aberration while preserving the accuracy of the AF system. Its construction was also upgraded for durability and optical performance. Comprised of seven elements in four groups, the outer elements feature a fluorine coating for enhanced resistance to dirt and water droplets. And the lens barrel was designed for increased moisture and dust resistance. $499.95. nikonusa.com

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