Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF)
Super Telephoto Prime lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with
F(FX) Mount cameras.
What type of photography is the Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR lens good for?
The choice of photography type for which you intend to use the Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR is a crucial decision factor. Below, we have assessed its suitability for various photography scenarios:
Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
Reasons to Buy the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR Lens
Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR lens in a list form to assist you in determining whether it offers the features you need.
Optical Image Stabilization |
Weather-sealed |
Autofocus |
Distance Scale |
Compatible with Nikon Teleconverters |
Hood supplied |
Tripod Collar |
Full-time Manual Focusing |
Covers Full-Frame Sensor |
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh |
800mm reach great for Wildlife Photography |
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Slow Aperture for a Prime Lens |
Heavy |
Pricey |
Lens Mount
Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR is compatible with cameras that have a Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
The size and weight are crucial factors to consider when searching for your next lens. Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR has a maximum diameter of 160mm and total length of 461mm. It weighs 4590g / 161.9 oz.
Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR has a filter thread of 52mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR:
Focal Range
Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR has a fixed focal length of 800mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 1200mm.
Teleconverter Compatibility
Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR is compatible with the Teleconverters below. With the use of these TC/extenders, you can find how the total focal reach and effective aperture of your Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR changes below:
Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR Focal Range and Aperture Change with Teleconverter
Weather Sealings
The Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D850.
Optical Image Stabilization
The Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.
Tripod Collar
With a total length of 461mm and a weight of 4590g, the Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR is a large lens. Fortunately, it comes with a tripod collar which you can use to attach the lens directly to a tripod or monopod instead of attaching the camera. This connection helps to better balance the lens/kit combination.
Below are the 3 Super Telephoto Prime type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:
Aperture
Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR has a max aperture of F5.6 and a minimum aperture of F32.0.
Optical Formula
Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR's optical formula consists of 20 elements in 13 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:
- Two flourite elements
- 2 ED glass elements
- includes protective glass
Lens Hood
Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.
Popular Comparisons of Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR
Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR amongst Camera Decision readers.
Top Alternatives of Nikon 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR Lens
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35mm FF
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