The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II and the Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS III USM 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 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II is the longer of the two lenses at 352mm. The Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS III USM with a length of 343mm, is 9mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS III USM has a larger diameter of 163mm compared to the Nikon 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II's 160mm diameter.
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. Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS III USM weighs 2840g, 40% (1960g) lighter than the Nikon 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II's weight of 4800g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II and the Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS III USM 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
The Nikon 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS III USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
400mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
