The ultimate relatively compact medium to
super‐telephoto zoom lens for any Nikon
DSLR from FX (full frame) to DX (crop sensor).
The AF‐S NIKKOR 80‐400mm f/4.5‐5.6G ED VR
has the broadest focal length range in Nikon’s
super‐telephoto zoom line‐up, it reduces the
number of lenses you need to carry into the
field; and expands your handheld shooting
capabilities, thanks to Nikon’s Vibration Re‐
duction (VR) technology. Create spectacular
photos and HD videos in nearly any light,
from nearly any distance. When used with a
DX sized sensor it has the field of view of 120‐
600mm, which makes it an ideal lens for aviation photography. While it is a compact lens when compared to
the Nikkor 200‐400mm F4, it is a heavy one, although not as heavy as the aforementioned lens. This lens is
sold at $2949.95 Cdn or $2699.95 US, at your nearest Nikon dealer.
The new 100‐400mm F4.5‐5.6 II USM super‐
telephoto zoom lens features Canon L‐series
weather resistance and rugged magnesium
housing. Fully compatible with all EOS cam‐
eras, this new lens’ features were completely
redesigned and now uses a rotation‐type zoom
ring vs the older push–pull design, fast and ac‐
curate autofocusing in various shooting situa‐
tions. When used with a crop sensored camera
such as the EOS 70D the field of view yields
160‐640mm, an excellent reach for aviation
photography. List is $2,199.00 US
While there are many other manufacturers who make quality DSLR cameras, such as Sony and Pentax, the
ones mentioned here represent the latest state‐of‐the‐art with features trickling down from their profes‐
sional cameras. The other brands also lack in the wide variety of lenses, and more importantly are not sup‐
ported by independent lens manufacturers such as Tamron and Sigma with the exception of Sony, as some
lenses are available in Sony mount from the aforementioned. )%