The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED VR II and the Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED-IF VR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED VR II is the longer of the two lenses at 366mm. The Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED-IF VR with a length of 358mm, is 8mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 124mm.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED-IF VR weighs 3275g, 2% (85g) lighter than the Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED VR II's weight of 3360g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Super Telephoto Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED VR II and the Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED-IF VR have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED VR II and the Nikon 200-400mm f4G ED-IF VR has the same 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.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
200-400mm and the fastest aperture of
F4.0.
