Nikon AI Nikkor 400mm F/3.5 IF-ED

Specifications01

MountNIKON F

Focal length400mm

Max aperturef/3.5

TypeTelephoto · Prime

Release year1977

Weight2800 g

Filter size122 mm

Min focus distance4.5 m

Aperture blades9

Optical elements8

Groups6

AutofocusNo

StabilizationNo

Aperture controlAperture ring (Manual settings only)

Lens hoodBuilt-in telescopic round

TeleconvertersNikon Teleconverter TC-14B→ 560mm F/4.9 Nikon Teleconverter TC-200→ 800mm F/7 Nikon Teleconverter TC-201→ 800mm F/7

EraFilm era

Production statusDiscontinued

Additional Info02

Lens TypeSuper telephoto prime lens

Field Notes02

Nikon AI Nikkor 400mm F/3.5 IF-ED is a fixed telephoto prime lens for distant subjects like sports and wildlife, offering a fast f/3.5 aperture. The IF designation indicates internal focusing.

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