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 choice of photography type for which you intend to use the Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF is a crucial decision factor. Below, we have assessed its suitability for various photography scenarios:
Reasons to Buy the 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 assist you in determining whether it offers the features you need.
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| 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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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.
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
The size and weight are crucial factors to consider when searching for your next lens. Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF has a maximum diameter of 76mm and a 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:
You can also check All Nikon F Mount Lenses with 62mm Filter Thread Size to find the matching lenses.
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.
Lenses Similar to Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF With Optical Image Stabilization
Below are the 3 Macro Prime type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:
Aperture
The Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f4D ED-IF features a maximum aperture of F4 and can be stopped down to a minimum aperture of F32. While a maximum aperture of F4 requires a bit more ambient light or a bump in ISO when shooting indoors, it keeps the physical size of the lens much smaller and easier to carry. At 200mm, this lens provides a natural perspective, and opening up to F4 offers clean background separation for typical everyday shooting. The minimum setting of F32 is excellent for deep depth of field work like macro photography, though you may want to avoid the absolute smallest settings to skip the sharpness loss caused by optical diffraction.
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 8 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
In addition, it would be interesting to check which lenses from other mounts are most commonly compared with the Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f4D ED-IF.
Top Alternatives of Nikon Micro-200mm f4D ED-IF in Other Lens Mounts
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