Not a new lens, but still a great performer, the Nikon AF-Nikkor 80-200mm F2.8D ED is solid, simple and gives great images on Nikon’s FX and DX format DSLRs. A favorite among photojournalists for many years now, the 80-200mm’s appeal lies in its excellent optical quality, even ‘wide open’ at F2.8, and these days, its low cost relative to newer optically stabilized telephoto zooms is impossible to ignore. If you can live without VR and SWD focus (and a minimum focus distance of 1.5m) the 80-200mm F2.8D is definitely worthy of consideration, but if you can afford it, the current AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II is a better lens all-round.
Principal specifications | ||
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Lens type | Zoom lens | |
Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
Focal length | 80–200 mm | |
Image stabilization | No | |
Lens mount | Nikon F (FX) | |
Aperture | ||
Maximum aperture | F2.8 | |
Minimum aperture | F22 | |
Aperture ring | Yes | |
Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | |
Optics | ||
Elements | 16 | |
Groups | 11 | |
Special elements / coatings | 3 ED glass elements | |
Focus | ||
Minimum focus | 1.50 m (59.06″) | |
Maximum magnification | 0.17× | |
Autofocus | Yes | |
Motor type | Screw drive from camera | |
Full time manual | No | |
Focus method | Internal | |
Distance scale | Yes | |
DoF scale | No | |
Physical | ||
Weight | 1300 g (2.87 lb) | |
Diameter | 87 mm (3.43″) | |
Length | 187 mm (7.36″) | |
Materials | metal barrel, metal mount | |
Sealing | No | |
Zoom method | Rotary (internal) | |
Power zoom | No | |
Zoom lock | No | |
Filter thread | 77 mm | |
Filter notes | does not rotate on focusing | |
Hood supplied | No | |
Tripod collar | Yes | |
Optional accessories | Hood HB-7 | |
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