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 Nikon 400mm f2.8G ED VR II 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 f2.8G ED VR II is the longer of the two lenses at 368mm. The Nikon 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II with a length of 352mm, is 16mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 160mm.
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 400mm f2.8G ED VR II weighs 4620g, 3% (180g) lighter than the Nikon 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II's weight of 4800g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime 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 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II and the Nikon 400mm f2.8G ED VR II 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 400mm f2.8D ED-IF II and the Nikon 400mm f2.8G ED VR II 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
400mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.