Nikon 200 400mm f4 Full Review and Test Part 2 of 3

Nikon 200-400mm f4 Full Review and Test - Part 2 of 3
This video provides a detailed review of the Nikon 200-400mm f4 VR I lens, based on extensive use.
Accessories (continued)
The various accessories which are supplied with the lens and a review of the items which are needed to make full use of it. This includes a look at a third-party lens cap by Don Zeck and the custom backpack supplied with the lens.
Support
Some of the basic principles behind supporting a heavy item such as this lens.
A review of possible means of support -- handholding, monopod and tripod.
A review of possible means of mounting -- monopod head, ball head, pan/tile head and gimbal head.
Some suggestions for effective means of support for this lens.
Handling and Performance
A review of build quality and ergonomics such as autofocus speed.
Some examples of the 200-400mm focal length in action.
A review of the optical performance of this lens

[@maggyfish]

Fantastic helpful review thank you best lens reviewer on CZcams bar none love the sense of humour also 😀

[@jklenses8611]

:-)

[@beardedbokeh]

I’ve watched (listened while drafting) and absolutely enjoyed this review as I’ve been looking at what options I have above 200mm for nikon.
I give the review a 9.5/10 because I got very hung up on the stability aspect of this portion. All of the stability issues listed are not stability issues as the tripod heads are functioning as designed. One should set the friction to not move if wanting to be stationary and then reducing the friction when moving with the camera and lens setup. It’s just me being a bit nit picky because the entire remaining discussion of the lens was VERY THOROUGH and much appreciated as I will be looking for one or a 200-500 depending what I find locally used first. Thanks for taking the time to make this multi part video review.

[@felixifloresrodriquez3306]

Thanks for such great content. I have problem using my 200-400mm f4 VR with my Nikon D4. When the lens is attached to the body the OVF is dark. Have you ever heard of such problem. My D500 and D750 work well with the lens

[@CanadaSteamBuff]

Great lens. Used with a Jobu Pro2 head mounted on a Gitzo Tripod this a great lens for doing bird photography! Also great for doing sports photography.

[@jklenses8611]

Many thanks!

[@madalenecastillo2141]

JKLenses

[@MSchumacherfan]

How would you compare this to the 200-500mm f5.6?

[@MarkMarshallPhotography]

same Q here also

[@helthuismartin]

Is it sharper than the VRII version or otherwise?

[@Realrobertchan]

its 2021。 this lens is worth to buy in 2021?