Wherever your passion lies, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR outstanding super telephoto zoom can bring it into focus. Capture and share stunning views of birds, wildlife, motor sports, athletes, performers, landmarks and other faraway subjects. A fast f/5.6 constant aperture gives your shots beautifully out-of-focus backgrounds across the entire zoom range and a super integrated coating has been applied to lens elements to lessen flare and ghosting for improved contrast and clarity. A silent Wave Motor AF system produces fast, near-silent focusing performance that suits both stills shooting and movie recording which can instantly be manually overridden by simply turning the manual focus ring.&Nbsp; turn fast-moving action into dazzling photo sequences— the electromagnetic diaphragm operates in sync for the fastest subjects and shutter speeds while vibration Reduction image stabilization keeps your shots sharp and steady. And in the rare cases when additional reach is needed, you can increase the AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED vr's zoom power with an optional Nikon 1.4x, 1.7x or 2x tele converter. Features: Lightweight, compact super telephoto zoom - whether your subject is far in the distance or close, fast or slow, you can land the shot. On FX-format cameras, 500mm brings distant birds, wildlife, athletes, performers, landmarks and more into tight focus. Dx-format cameras add an additional 1.5x zoom effect for an angle of view equivalent to a whopping 750mm! And despite that extreme power, you can also focus on subjects As close as 7.2 feet away for detail rich close-ups. 4.5 stops of vibration Reduction - at super telephoto distances, The smallest camera movements can cause image blur. Vibration Reduction image stabilization counteracts camera shake up to ~4.5 stops for sharp photos and steady videos. You also can shoot at slower shutter speeds in low light— great for those magic moments at dawn and dusk. Sports mode is optimized. Accepts Filter Type - Screw-on. FROM THE MANUFACTURER ASTOUNDING VIEWS, COMFORTABLY IN REACH. Wherever your passion lies, this outstanding super telephoto zoom lens can bring it into focus. Capture and share stunning views of birds, wildlife, motorsports, athletes, performers, landmarks and other faraway subjects. A fast f/5.6 constant aperture gives your shots beautifully out-of-focus backgrounds across the entire zoom range. Turn fast-moving action into dazzling photo sequences-- the electromagnetic diaphragm operates in sync for the fastest subjects and shutter speeds while Vibration Reduction image stabilization keeps your shots sharp and steady. And in the rare cases when additional reach is needed, you can increase the AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR's zoom power with an optional Nikon 1.4x, 1.7x or 2x teleconverter*. *Compatible with TC-14E series teleconverters (AF is only available when used with DSLR cameras that offer f/8 support. These include: D4, D4S, Df, D600, D610, D750, D800, D800E, D810, D7100, D7200). Compatible with TC-17E and TC-20E series teleconverters (AF not possible). CONQUER DISTANCE LIGHTWEIGHT, COMPACT SUPER TELEPHOTO ZOOM Whether your subject is far in the distance or close, fast or slow, you can land the shot. On FX-format cameras, 500mm brings distant birds, wildlife, athletes, performers, landmarks and more into tight focus. DX-format cameras add an additional 1.5x zoom effect for an angle of view equivalent to a whopping 750mm! And despite that extreme power, you can also focus on subjects as close as 7.2 feet away for detail rich close-ups. SHARPEN YOUR VISION ~4.5 STOPS OF VIBRATION REDUCTION At super telephoto distances, the smallest camera movements can cause image blur. Vibration Reduction image stabilization counteracts camera shake up to ~4.5 stops** for sharp photos and steady videos. You also can shoot at slower shutter speeds in low light--great for those magic moments at dawn and dusk. Sports Mode is optimized for camera pans and other movements common when shooting fast action. **Based on CIPA Standard. This value is achieved when: FX-format compatible lenses are attached to an FX-format digital SLR camera and zoom lenses are set at the maximum telephoto position. DAZZLING PERFORMANCE ADVANCED NIKON LENS TECHNOLOGY Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass cuts through the glare of bright sunlight. Silent Wave Motor (SWM) powers ultra-fast, near-silent autofocusing with seamless manual override. The Electromagnetic diaphragm (E) operates in sync with the fastest shutter speeds and frame rates, even when using an optional teleconverter. Always bring home views that amaze. SET CONTAINS: * AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR * LC-95 95mm Snap-On Front Lens Cap * HB-71 Bayonet Hood * LF-4 Rear Lens Cap * CL-1434 Semi-Soft Case * Warranty Card

Af compatible with optional TC 14e series tele converters and DSLRs that offer f/8 support. Mount type: Nikon f bayonet. 4.5 stops of vibration reduction with sports mode. Approx. Weight 81.2 ounce. Approx. Dimensions (diameter x length) 4.2 inch x 10.5 inch( based on CIPA guidelines). Fast f/5.6 constant aperture for beautiful out of focus backgrounds and low light performance. 500 millimeter of zoom power on fx format DSLR; 750 millimeter equivalent on dx format DSLRs, minimum focus distance: 7.2 feet ( 2.2 meter), focal length range: 200 500 millimeter. Compact super telephoto zoom lens for birding, wildlife, motorsports, events and more.

Image Stabilization: Optical. Lens Coating Description: Super Integrated Coating. Focus Type: Auto/Manual. Lens Design: Zoom. Minimum Focal Length: 200 Millimeters. Maximum Focal Length: 500 Millimeters. Camera Lens Description: 4. Compatible Mountings: Nikon F. Lens Type: Telephoto. Brand: Nikon. Country of Origin: China. Manufacturer: Nikon. Date First Available: August 2, 2015. Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No. Best Sellers Rank: #58 in SLR Camera Lenses. Customer Reviews: 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,147 ratings 4.7 out of 5 stars. Item model number: AFSVR200-500E. : B013D1BI9Y. Item Weight: 5.07 pounds. Product Dimensions: 7.48 x 7.48 x 17.2 inches.