Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
p.57 #1Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
bernardl wrote:
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Z9 + 400mm f2.8 S TC
Cheers,
Bernard
The image quality is simply extraordinary, Bernard!
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Z9 + 400mm f2.8 S TC
Cheers,
Bernard
The image quality is simply extraordinary, Bernard!
Oct 08, 2025 at 02:13 AM
p.57 #2Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Lance B wrote:
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Z9 + 400mm f2.8 S TC
Cheers,
BernardThe image quality is simply extraordinary, Bernard!
Thank you Lance, it's not a bad lens and the Z9 apparently manages to focus it accurately from time to time.
Besides I really like the Capture One ProStandard profiles for the Z8/Z9, the colors just really work for me.
Cheers,
Bernard
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Z9 + 400mm f2.8 S TC
Cheers,
Bernard
Thank you Lance, it's not a bad lens and the Z9 apparently manages to focus it accurately from time to time.
Besides I really like the Capture One ProStandard profiles for the Z8/Z9, the colors just really work for me.
Cheers,
Bernard
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Oct 08, 2025 at 02:32 AM
p.57 #3Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
bernardl wrote:
Lance B wrote
bernardl wrote
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Z9 + 400mm f2.8 S TC
Cheers,
Bernard
Besides I really like the Capture One ProStandard profiles for the Z8/Z9, the colors just really work for me.
Cheers,
Bernard
I use the same and I agree. Capture One ProStandard profiles are excellent
Oct 08, 2025 at 04:15 AM
p.57 #4Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
You guys are making it harder and harder to not splurge. I'm holding out for a used one someday. In the meantime I may just pick up used 400 2.8G and hope the AF-S motor holds up. I tried the 70-200 2.8S with the 2.0TC and it just doesn't seem like it holds up as well as I'd like.
Oct 11, 2025 at 11:31 AM
p.57 #5Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Vorpahl wrote:
You guys are making it harder and harder to not splurge. I'm holding out for a used one someday. In the meantime I may just pick up used 400 2.8G and hope the AF-S motor holds up. I tried the 70-200 2.8S with the 2.0TC and it just doesn't seem like it holds up as well as I'd like.
All of Nikon's 400mm f2.8's are amazing (from MF -> AFS -> G -> E -> S/TC). The difference is that the current S/TC can be shot for long periods without a tripod. If you are willing to give up a stop and third, the 400mm f4.5 is an amazing lens too.
bruce
You guys are making it harder and harder to not splurge. I'm holding out for a used one someday. In the meantime I may just pick up used 400 2.8G and hope the AF-S motor holds up. I tried the 70-200 2.8S with the 2.0TC and it just doesn't seem like it holds up as well as I'd like.
All of Nikon's 400mm f2.8's are amazing (from MF -> AFS -> G -> E -> S/TC). The difference is that the current S/TC can be shot for long periods without a tripod. If you are willing to give up a stop and third, the 400mm f4.5 is an amazing lens too.
bruce
Oct 11, 2025 at 12:36 PM
p.57 #6Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
OwlsEyes wrote:
All of Nikon's 400mm f2.8's are amazing (from MF -> AFS -> G -> E -> S/TC). The difference is that the current S/TC can be shot for long periods without a tripod. If you are willing to give up a stop and third, the 400mm f4.5 is an amazing lens too.
bruce
I seriously considered the 400 4.5, but I tested out shooting a football game a couple of weekends ago and I used my z 70-200mm with the 2.0TC which put me at f5.6, and I had to shoot at 1/800 at ISO 12800 and the image was still slightly underexposed. The 4.5 would get a little closer to a better shutter speed, but the ISO is still pretty high. I think the 2.8 is sadly where I'll end up, but it may also be my desire to be able to photograph any situation, which typically means 2.8 glass. I'm not currently doing this professionally, so it seems silly to feel that way but my boys are now deep into school sports and I only have the opportunity to photograph them at this stage now, versus years from now when the opportunity is gone.
Do you have any experience with the 400 2.8G? That seems to be more in line with my price range ($2500ish). The only complaint I've heard is the weight.
Vorpahl wrote
You guys are making it harder and harder to not splurge. I'm holding out for a used one someday. In the meantime I may just pick up used 400 2.8G and hope the AF-S motor holds up. I tried the 70-200 2.8S with the 2.0TC and it just doesn't seem like it holds up as well as I'd like.bruce
I seriously considered the 400 4.5, but I tested out shooting a football game a couple of weekends ago and I used my z 70-200mm with the 2.0TC which put me at f5.6, and I had to shoot at 1/800 at ISO 12800 and the image was still slightly underexposed. The 4.5 would get a little closer to a better shutter speed, but the ISO is still pretty high. I think the 2.8 is sadly where I'll end up, but it may also be my desire to be able to photograph any situation, which typically means 2.8 glass. I'm not currently doing this professionally, so it seems silly to feel that way but my boys are now deep into school sports and I only have the opportunity to photograph them at this stage now, versus years from now when the opportunity is gone.
Do you have any experience with the 400 2.8G? That seems to be more in line with my price range ($2500ish). The only complaint I've heard is the weight.
Oct 13, 2025 at 06:49 AM
p.57 #7Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Vorpahl wrote:
All of Nikon's 400mm f2.8's are amazing (from MF -> AFS -> G -> E -> S/TC). The difference is that the current S/TC can be shot for long periods without a tripod. If you are willing to give up a stop and third, the 400mm f4.5 is an amazing lens too.
bruceI seriously considered the 400 4.5, but I tested out shooting a football game a couple of weekends ago and I used my z 70-200mm with the 2.0TC which put me at f5.6, and I had to shoot at 1/800 at ISO 12800 and the image was still slightly underexposed. The 4.5 would get a little closer to a better shutter speed, but the ISO is still pretty high. I think the 2.8 is sadly where I'll end up, but it may also be my desire to be able to photograph any situation, which typically means 2.8 glass. I'm not...Show more →
The line up of 400 f2.8 lenses are the bread and butter for sports photographers. With the development of high resolution sensors and the weight loss of the new Z 400 f2.8, it has also become the darling of wildlife photographers. I absolutely love mine and use it many times a week.
The 400mm f2.8 G is also a brilliant lens. However, you will find it to be heavy and will probably need a monopod to help support the lens. When buying any of the pre-Z lenses, make sure you test the AFS motor out, as some squeak over time, and this may be an indicator that the motor is going to fail. With that said, many squeaky motors just need to be lubed and will work for ages to come.
cheers,
bruce
OwlsEyes wrote
Vorpahl wrote
You guys are making it harder and harder to not splurge. I'm holding out for a used one someday. In the meantime I may just pick up used 400 2.8G and hope the AF-S motor holds up. I tried the 70-200 2.8S with the 2.0TC and it just doesn't seem like it holds up as well as I'd like.bruce
The line up of 400 f2.8 lenses are the bread and butter for sports photographers. With the development of high resolution sensors and the weight loss of the new Z 400 f2.8, it has also become the darling of wildlife photographers. I absolutely love mine and use it many times a week.
The 400mm f2.8 G is also a brilliant lens. However, you will find it to be heavy and will probably need a monopod to help support the lens. When buying any of the pre-Z lenses, make sure you test the AFS motor out, as some squeak over time, and this may be an indicator that the motor is going to fail. With that said, many squeaky motors just need to be lubed and will work for ages to come.
cheers,
bruce
Oct 13, 2025 at 10:34 PM
p.57 #8Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Some recent images from Bandipur National Park, Western Ghats, India during monsoon
Bandipur National Park by Ganesh B, on Flickr
Bandipur National Park by Ganesh B, on Flickr
Bandipur National Park by Ganesh B, on Flickr
Bandipur National Park by Ganesh B, on Flickr
Bandipur National Park by Ganesh B, on Flickr
Bandipur National Park by Ganesh B, on Flickr
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p.57 #9Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
suteetat wrote:
I had a lot of fun shooting blue winged pittas feeding their chicks and the four chicks decided to leave their nest that day.
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That third photo had amazing timing!
I had a lot of fun shooting blue winged pittas feeding their chicks and the four chicks decided to leave their nest that day.
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That third photo had amazing timing!
Oct 21, 2025 at 10:06 AM
p.57 #10Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Shot last week, this is the first time I got both the "jump" and the "catch of the day."
cheers,
bruce
cheers,
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/5.6 1/10000s 6400 ISO +0.3 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/5.6 1/10000s 6400 ISO +0.3 EV
Oct 24, 2025 at 06:58 PM
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p.57 #11Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
A selection from this morning in the back yard. All Ruby-throated Hummingbirds.
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NIKON Z 8 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/2.8 1/2000s 90 ISO -0.3 EV
NIKON Z 8 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/2.8 1/2000s 125 ISO -0.3 EV
Nov 03, 2025 at 10:54 AM
p.57 #12Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
OwlsEyes wrote:
Shot last week, this is the first time I got both the "jump" and the "catch of the day."
cheers,
bruce
Great job Bruce!! 👍
Shot last week, this is the first time I got both the "jump" and the "catch of the day."
cheers,
bruce
Great job Bruce!! 👍
Nov 03, 2025 at 11:27 AM
p.57 #13Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
George DeCamp wrote:
cheers,
bruceGreat job Bruce!! 👍
Thank you George
OwlsEyes wrote
Shot last week, this is the first time I got both the "jump" and the "catch of the day."cheers,
bruce
Thank you George
Nov 03, 2025 at 02:30 PM
p.57 #14Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Another photo of tule elk during the rut.
This is the first time I've been able to catch them competing with each other.
regards,
bruce
This is the first time I've been able to catch them competing with each other.
regards,
bruce
Nov 08, 2025 at 10:24 PM
p.57 #15Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
OwlsEyes wrote:
Another photo of tule elk during the rut.
This is the first time I've been able to catch them competing with each other.
regards,
bruce
Fantastic shot, Bruce!
Nov 09, 2025 at 01:37 PM
p.57 #16Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Lance B wrote:
This is the first time I've been able to catch them competing with each other.
regards,
bruceFantastic shot, Bruce!
Thanks Lance.. I feel fortunate to have photographed this duel, and that the eyes of both animals were suddenly visible at the same time.
I love photographing mammals...
cheers,
bruce
OwlsEyes wrote
Another photo of tule elk during the rut.This is the first time I've been able to catch them competing with each other.
regards,
bruce
Thanks Lance.. I feel fortunate to have photographed this duel, and that the eyes of both animals were suddenly visible at the same time.
I love photographing mammals...
cheers,
bruce
Nov 09, 2025 at 05:16 PM
p.57 #17Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Backed at it after a 7 month break! I can't seem to do my 2 hobies equally!! Lol!!
Barred Owl by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Barred Owl by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Barred Owl by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Barred Owl by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Barred Owl by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
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p.57 #18Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/4.0 1/160s 500 ISO
Northern Saw Wet Owl by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Northern Saw Wet Owl by eric laquerre, sur FlickrNov 13, 2025 at 01:56 PM
p.57 #19Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
A few from some recent shoots... 784mm, 560mm, 400mm...
I love the versatility of this lens!
bruce
I love the versatility of this lens!
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S Z TC-1.4x lens 784mm f/7.1 1/1000s 6400 ISO -1.0 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/4.0 1/800s 720 ISO +0.7 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/3.5 1/800s 640 ISO +0.3 EV
Nov 19, 2025 at 07:45 PM
p.57 #20Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
OwlsEyes wrote:
A few from some recent shoots... 784mm, 560mm, 400mm...
I love the versatility of this lens!
bruce
These are excellent, Bruce!
Nov 19, 2025 at 08:44 PM