Nikon AF-S 180-400mm f/4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 180-400mm f/4E TC1.4 FL ED VR is a professional super-telephoto zoom lens with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter, constant f/4 aperture, fluorite elements, and optical VR stabilisation — built for serious sports and wildlife photographers who need fast, reliable reach without swapping glass in the field.

Key Specifications

• Focal length: 180–400mm (constant f/4 throughout the zoom range)
• Built-in teleconverter: 1.4x TC extends reach to 560mm at f/5.6 without removing the lens
• Maximum aperture: f/4 at both wide and tele ends — light stays consistent as you zoom
• Image stabilisation: Optical VR (Vibration Reduction) built in
• Autofocus motor: SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for fast, near-silent AF
• Lens construction: FL (fluorite) and ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements for colour accuracy and contrast
• Mount: Nikon F-mount — fits DSLR bodies natively; compatible with Nikon Z bodies via FTZ adapter
• Use case: Sports, wildlife, aviation, and any fast-action telephoto work

Who is the Nikon AF-S 180-400mm f/4 TC1.4 FL ED VR for?

This lens is built for photographers who shoot unpredictable, fast-moving subjects at variable distances — think wildlife on the savanna, sideline sports, or birds in flight. The constant f/4 aperture means you're not fighting exposure shifts as you zoom from 180 to 400mm, and the built-in 1.4x teleconverter gives you an instant jump to 560mm when an animal suddenly retreats or the action moves to the far end of the pitch. The SWM autofocus is class-leading quiet and fast, which matters when you're tracking a subject through dense vegetation or a crowded stadium. If you already shoot DSLR with pro Nikon bodies like the D5 or D6, this lens pairs perfectly with their AF systems. It's a substantial piece of glass — not a casual walk-around choice — but for dedicated sports and wildlife work, few zoom lenses offer this combination of versatile range, speed, and built-in reach extension.

Buying a used Nikon 180-400mm f/4 TC1.4

A lens at this level of the market holds its optical quality extremely well — the fluorite and ED elements are precision-engineered to last. Buying a used or second-hand copy makes a genuinely expensive lens accessible without compromising on performance. Every pre-owned lens on Camera-tweedehands.nl is individually photographed and professionally inspected, and comes with a minimum 12 months warranty. Check the variant listing for the exact warranty period on your chosen copy.