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Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f4D ED-IF F(FX) Mount Review

Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f4D ED-IF

Main Features

  • 200mm Focal Range
  • F4.0 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 1,190g / 2.62 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 76mm x 193mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.5m
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Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF Overview


Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Macro Prime lens with 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with F(FX) Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeAverage
SportsAverage
PortraitAverage
TravelFair
StreetAverage
WeddingAverage
Walk AroundFair
VloggingFair
LandscapeFair
Macro

Reasons to Buy Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f4D ED-IF Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f4D ED-IF lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Autofocus
Aperture Ring
Distance Scale
DoF(Depth of Field) Scale
Tripod Collar
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
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CONs
Hood is not supplied
Heavy
Pricey


Lens Mount

Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF 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.


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Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF has a maximum diameter of 76mm and total length of 193mm. It weighs 1190g / 42.0 oz.

Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF has a filter thread of 62mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF:

  • 62mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 62mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 62mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF has a fixed focal length of 200mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 300mm.


Tripod Collar

With a total length of 193mm and a weight of 1190g, the Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF 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.

Optical Image Stabilization

Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF doesn't have an optical image stabilization system so the only option to stabilize the image taken with this lens is to mount on a camera body with IBIS (sensor based In-body image stabilization).

Alternatively, you can check the Nikon 200mm f2G ED VR II in Nikon F (FX) mount that have similar focal range but features Optical Image Stabilization.

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f2G ED VR II Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f2G ED VR II
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Aperture

Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF has a max aperture of F4.0 and a minimum aperture of F32.0.

Optical Formula

Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF's optical formula consists of 13 elements in 8 groups . Special elements used in this design is 2 ED glass elements.

Lens Hood

Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF doesn't come with a lens hood. You have to order the hood separately and the model number of the hood is HN-30.

Body Colour

Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF Lens
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Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM
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35mm FF 1,640 g / 3.61 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR
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35mm FF 720 g / 1.58 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS Macro HSM Lens Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS Macro HSM
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35mm FF 1,180 g / 2.60 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP AF 180mm F3.5 Di LD IF Macro Lens Tamron SP AF 180mm F3.5 Di LD IF Macro
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35mm FF 920 g / 2.02 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f2.8D ED-IF Lens Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f2.8D ED-IF
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35mm FF 760 g / 1.67 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina AT-X Pro 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens Tokina AT-X Pro 100mm f2.8 Macro
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35mm FF 540 g / 1.19 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Venus Laowa 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens Venus Laowa 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO
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35mm FF 638 g / 1.40 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f2G ED VR II Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f2G ED VR II
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35mm FF 2,930 g / 6.45 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f4D ED-IF Alternatives in Nikon F (FX) Mount
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Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f2.8D ED-IF Lens Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f2.8D ED-IF
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35mm FF 760 g / 1.67 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f2G ED VR II Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f2G ED VR II
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35mm FF 2930 g / 6.45 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f2G ED-IF VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f2G ED-IF VR
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35mm FF 2900 g / 6.38 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM Lens Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM
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35mm FF 895 g / 1.97 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS Macro HSM Lens Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS Macro HSM
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35mm FF 1180 g / 2.60 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM
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35mm FF 1640 g / 3.61 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP AF 180mm F3.5 Di LD IF Macro Lens Tamron SP AF 180mm F3.5 Di LD IF Macro
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35mm FF 920 g / 2.02 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

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Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Nikon
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Macro Prime
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 200mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4.0
Min Aperture F32.0
Aperture Ring Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 13
Optical Groups 8
Special Elements 2 ED glass elements

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.5m
Max Magnification unknown
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Screw drive from camera
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale Yes
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 1190g
Diameter 76mm
Length 193mm
Materials metal mount
Weather Sealing Unknown
Filter Thread 62mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied No
Hood Code HN-30
Tripod Collar Yes
Optional Accessories Lens Case CL-M2, CL-36
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