Fast aperture super telephoto lens that is ideal for sports photography. A new optical design delivers crisp, high-contrast images, and features ultra-quiet Autofocus performance, Vibration Reduction II to combat the effect of camera shake at slow shutter speeds, and practical close focusing capabilities. Designed for digital, this lens includes a Nano Crystal coating, ED glass and rounded diaphragm blades to produce images full of detail with excellent out of focus characteristics.

• Ultra-fast aperture, super telephoto lens.
• VR II (Vibration Reduction) offers effects equivalent to using a shutter speed 4 stops faster.
• Nano Crystal coat reduces ghost and flare.
• Closest focusing distance: 2.9m.
• Excellent resistance to dust and water.
• Meniscus protective glass element.
• A/M mode prevents accidental switching when using autofocus mode.
• Focus preset possible.
• Tough aluminum Trunk case CT-404 included.

• Slip-on Lens Hood HK-33
• Trunk Case CT-404
• 52-mm screw-in filter
• Strap LN-1
• Monopod collar

• 400mm

• f/2.8

• f/22

• 14 elements in 11 groups (with 3 ED glass elements and one Nano Crystal Coat) and one meniscus protective glass element

• 6°10’ (4°00’ with DX-format camera)

• 2.9 m/9.5 ft. (AF), 2.8 m/9.2 ft. (MF)

• 1/6.3

• 9 (rounded)

• 52 mm

• Internal Focusing (IF) system; autofocus with a built-in SWM and manual focus

• Approx. 159.5×368 mm/6.3x14.5 in.

• Approx. 4,620 g/10.2 lb.