200-400mm f/4 IF-ED Nikkor AIS (ULTRA-RARE)

£1,995.00

The item photographed may not be the actual model but is used for illustrative purposes only.

Officially launched in February, 1984. To cope with many demanding action activities in particular in the context of sports and wildlife photography, this lens has a single ring for responsive focusing/zooming control which provides extra handling speed and time for picture framing and composition. This remarkable Nikkor zoom lens incorporates some of the original Nikon optical innovations such as Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass and that superlative coating which keeps ghosting and flare at bay. The use of FOUR ED glass elements in the optical design delivers crystal-clear images even when use at near maximum apertures and ensures minimized chromatic aberration while at the same time, delivering high edge-to-edge resolution throughout the focal length range . Nikon’s lens coating process also improves the picture contrast and colour rendition over the entire 200-400mm zooming range. For increased convenience and flexibility, an L-shaped rotatable tripod collar with three screw-in tripod sockets helps achieve optimum balance for motor-driven photography and enables the photographer to switch quickly from horizontal to vertical format shooting. Angle of view: 12° 20’ to 6° 10’. Aperture scale: f/4-f/32. Closest focusing distance: 13.1ft. (4m). Filter thread: 122mm, Lens hood: Built-in and extension with HE-4 possible, Weight: 3.6kg. C/w with HE-lens hood and soft front lens cover. Only 448 ever made.

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Description

Officially launched in February, 1984. To cope with many demanding action activities in particular in the context of sports and wildlife photography, this lens has a single ring for responsive focusing/zooming control which provides extra handling speed and time for picture framing and composition. This remarkable Nikkor zoom lens incorporates some of the original Nikon optical innovations such as Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass and that superlative coating which keeps ghosting and flare at bay. The use of FOUR ED glass elements in the optical design delivers crystal-clear images even when use at near maximum apertures and ensures minimized chromatic aberration while at the same time, delivering high edge-to-edge resolution throughout the focal length range . Nikon’s lens coating process also improves the picture contrast and colour rendition over the entire 200-400mm zooming range. For increased convenience and flexibility, an L-shaped rotatable tripod collar with three screw-in tripod sockets helps achieve optimum balance for motor-driven photography and enables the photographer to switch quickly from horizontal to vertical format shooting. Angle of view: 12° 20’ to 6° 10’. Aperture scale: f/4-f/32. Closest focusing distance: 13.1ft. (4m). Filter thread: 122mm, Lens hood: Built-in and extension with HE-4 possible, Weight: 3.6kg. C/w with HE-lens hood and soft front lens cover. Only 448 ever made.

Additional information

Second-hand grade

EXC

Serial number

182403

Second-hand Grading Description

  • NEWAn item that has not been removed from the box or protective wrapping.
  • UNUSEDAn item that may have been removed from the original packaging, but has never been used.
  • MINT100% as new
  • MINT-98%-99% as new
  • EXC++95%-97% as new
  • EXC+90%-94% as new
  • EXCOriginal finish may have slight scratches or rubbed. No dents or deep scratches.
  • VGMay be slightly scratched, scuffed or worn, but in good mechanical order with clean optics
  • VG-An item that falls below our regular level of gradings. Items in VG- condition will have excessive signs of use.

Please note that the following important points when you see our grading description. When applied to lenses it means that the optics are in perfect condition. What we are describing is the cosmetic condition of the lens barrel. When it applies to cameras, motor drives, speedlights etc. the understanding is that the item is in perfect working order and the description would mean the exterior appearance. In other words we are judging cosmetic appearance.

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Returns and Refunds

All second hand equipment comes with a 14-day Sale or Return period and a 6-month warranty. If for any reason you are unsatisfied with a second hand item you have received from us you may return it for a full refund within 14 days of purchase, the only stipulation being that the item is in the same condition as it was purchased.

If an item is found faulty at the time of purchase your shipping costs to return the item to us will also be refunded.

Where the item has been used within the 28-day returns period, we may make a deduction from any refund if the value of the goods has been reduced

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Special Grays of Westminster extended warranties on both new and second-hand Nikon equipment are included on certain Nikon Owner magazine subscriptions which can be purchased via our online shop.

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Delivery Information

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