Comparison of Canon EF 400mm ƒ/2.8L IS II USM and Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR II Nikkor [S]ave
| Attribute |  Canon EF 400mm ƒ/2.8L IS II USM × |  Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR II Nikkor × |
|---|---|---|
| Filter Size (mm) | 52 | 52 |
| Notes | Image Stabilization (4-stops); Included Accessories: lens hood and hard case. | Image Stabilization |
| Closest Focus (m) | 1.7 | 2.3 |
| Magnification Ratio (x) | 0.17 | 0.16 |
| Type | Telephoto Prime | Telephoto Prime |
| Length (mm) | 343 | 267.5 |
| APS Equivalent | 640mm | 450mm |
| Diagonal Angle of View (degree) | 6.20 | 8.20 |
| Image Circle | 35mm | 35mm |
| Focal Length (mm) | 400.00 | 300.00 |
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Name | Canon EF 400mm ƒ/2.8L IS II USM | Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED AF-S VR II Nikkor |
| Weight (g) | 3900 | 2900 |
| Aperture (f) | 2.80 - 32.00 | 2.80 - 22.00 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Diaphragm Blades Type | rounded | rounded |
| Lens Construction | 16 elements in 12 groups | 11 elements in 8 groups (including 3 ED glass elements and 1 meniscus protective glass element) |
| Diameter (mm) | 163 | 124 |
| Focus Details | Inner focusing; Ultra-sonic Motor (USM), AF/PF/MF switch, Focus Preset, Range Limiter | Internal with SWM; 3 focus modes (M, M/A and A/M), focus preset with Memory Recall, Focus Limiter Switch |
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