Nikon AF 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D Lens
The Nikon 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D is a 70–210mm f/4 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Used copies start from $63.58 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Nikon 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D
Key Features — Nikon 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D
70-210mm Telephoto Zoom: Covers a versatile telephoto range well-suited for sports, wildlife, and portraits from a distance.
f/4-5.6 Variable Aperture: Maximum aperture opens to f/4 at 70mm and narrows to f/5.6 at 210mm, a typical trade-off for a zoom of this class.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with a wide range of Nikon F-mount DSLR bodies, from entry-level to professional film and digital cameras.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed to cover the full 35mm image circle, making it usable on both full-frame and APS-C Nikon F-mount bodies without vignetting.
Autofocus with Manual Override: Supports both AF and manual focus operation, giving shooters the flexibility to switch based on the situation.
D-Type Lens: Transmits distance information to compatible Nikon bodies, enabling more accurate flash exposure and metering in supported shooting modes.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Wildlife, Travel, Sports |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 70–210mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 62mm |
Description — Nikon 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D
The Nikon AF 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D is a full-frame telephoto zoom lens for the Nikon F mount, covering a focal length range of 70mm to 210mm. It is a zoom lens with a variable maximum aperture of f/4 to f/5.6 across its range. The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus, giving shooters control over how they acquire focus in different scenarios.
With no image stabilization, users will need to compensate for camera shake through shutter speed selection or physical support. The 62mm filter thread makes it straightforward to attach commonly available filters. Weighing 760g, it is a substantial lens suited for use on a sturdy camera body or with additional support.
Its full-frame design ensures complete sensor coverage on Nikon F-mount full-frame DSLRs, while remaining usable on other Nikon F-mount bodies in the DSLR system.
Pros — Nikon 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D
- ✓Covers a useful 70-210mm telephoto zoom range for versatile reach
- ✓Full-frame coverage means it works across the entire Nikon F-mount lineup
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus for flexible operation
Cons — Nikon 70-210mm f/4-5.6 D
- ✗Variable aperture of f/4-5.6 means the maximum aperture narrows as you zoom toward 210mm
- ✗No image stabilization, which requires faster shutter speeds to avoid camera shake at longer focal lengths
- ✗At 760g, the lens adds considerable weight to a camera kit for extended handheld use
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