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Nikon Nikkor AF-S 600mm F4G ED VR

Rating 4.9 12 reviews
Manufacturer: Nikon
slrgear.com
17 years ago

Nikon 500mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S VR Nikkor review by johnmh

If you need a long lens this will not disappoint. This is a great lens with nothing to complain about. Great IQ - even with a 1.4 or 1.7 TC Unfortunately the price is high and has gotten higher, and it is not easy to find in stock if you are looking to buy.
Pros:
  • great lens all around
Cons:
  • not cheap
  • limited availability
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The Digital Picture
15 years ago

Nikon 500mm f/4G AF-S VR Lens

While I hope to create a full Nikon 500mm f/4G AF-S VR Lens, my first priority is to include results from this lens in the lens comparison tools available on the site. This page currently exists because it is required by the database and content management systems for me to post information and...
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Roberts Camera
8 years ago

Lightweight, convenient, super telephoto lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX- (23.9 x 36mm) and DX-format image sensors.
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Photography BLOG
10 years ago

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR

The 500mm f/4E has a tough act to follow in the existing 500mm f/4G, as this optic already produces stellar image quality. Nikon has therefore tweaked the design for slightly faster autofocussing, better handling and enhanced VR.
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Fredmiranda
17 years ago

Nothing to complain about. Greal lens, great IQ, works fine even with longer TC's.Manageable size and weight for the reach but I can see this still being an issue as 'carry-on' for planes and longer back-country treks.It's expensive but you're getting your money's worth and given recent events a...
Pros:
  • Astounding lens all around
  • VR allows hand holding for shots you couldn't have gotten previously
Cons:
  • Expensive - but worth it
  • Supply seems limited and unable to meet demand
  • You may wait a while if you want one
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johnlewis.com
12 years ago

Excellent Quality Images

Easy to use, with very quick auto focus, especially in 8m to infinity mode. Very sharp images at lower light levels and slower shutter speeds. VR11 system very effective.
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Amazon
10 years ago

A solid improvement over the 500 mm f4 G series lens

Purchased this lens at a local camera store and am extremely pleased. Advantages of the the 500 mm f4 E FL lens (relative to f4 G series): 1) lighter in weight and more balanced - much easier to hand hold and use 2) new rotating collar is extremely smooth and easy to adjust (use of ball bearings was...
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Adorama
9 years ago

I sold my last-generation 500 f/4 and picked up this new FL lens. With or without a 1.4x teleconverter, the IQ is stellar, clarity superb, and I have experienced no vignetting as stated by reviewer Ly D.
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henrys.com
9 years ago

Sharp, fast focus, works well with TC-14E III, light for a 500mm

I have used this lens with the D810A, D750, and more recently, the D500. I am getting amazing results when shooting wildlife and nature photos, especially when paired with the D500. The VR feature is superb.
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Nikon
8 years ago

A Very Fine Lens Indeed

I talked myself into buying this lens after looking at the MTF curves (essentially perfect) and having something of a windfall to be able to afford it. The primary use is birds-in-flight, plus some close-up work.
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