Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
p.65 #1Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
When seals kiss and pelican impressionism.
bruce
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/4.5 1/4000s 4500 ISO +0.3 EV
Jun 05, 2026 at 11:01 PM
p.65 #2Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
A Sub-Adult Bengal tiger sitting calmly in water on a hot summer afternoon.
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Jun 21, 2026 at 08:35 PM
p.65 #3Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
I just returned from 8 days in British Columbia. The highlight was the 4+ days spent in the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary. All of the photography was from a zodiac and I took about 7000 pictures across 14 excursions throughout the days in the bay.
The photo pictured was made within the first hour of my first excursion... I believe we saw 15 different grizzlies during my days at sea, many of which were seen multiple times. I've yet to edit much of anything, so stay tuned.
bruce
The photo pictured was made within the first hour of my first excursion... I believe we saw 15 different grizzlies during my days at sea, many of which were seen multiple times. I've yet to edit much of anything, so stay tuned.
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/3.2 1/4000s 2000 ISO -1.3 EV
Jun 25, 2026 at 11:20 AM
p.65 #4Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
I spent the morning of July 4th with my little friend. He was not happy with all of the noise and just had to cover his little ears 
cheers,
bruce
cheers,
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S Z TC-2.0x lens 800mm f/7.1 1/1250s 6400 ISO +2.0 EV
Jul 05, 2026 at 04:28 PM
p.65 #5Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Got my refurbished copy from Nikon. This lens is stunning across every dimension. It is stunningly compact, stunningly light, and stunningly sharp. Its autofocus is also stunningly fast. I can barely even sharpen the photos in post.
Haven't had a great wildlife opportunity with it yet, but I am blown away so far. Here a few decent examples, although I am happy with the common yellowthroat.
Common Yellowthroat by groobann
GBH on a Tree by groobann
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Tree Swallow by groobann, on Flickr
Haven't had a great wildlife opportunity with it yet, but I am blown away so far. Here a few decent examples, although I am happy with the common yellowthroat.
Common Yellowthroat by groobannGBH on a Tree by groobann_LWG9683-Edit-Edit copy by groobann_LWG9706-Edit-Edit copy by groobannTree Swallow by groobann, on FlickrJul 05, 2026 at 05:58 PM
p.65 #6Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
groob wrote:
Got my refurbished copy from Nikon. This lens is stunning across every dimension. It is stunningly compact, stunningly light, and stunningly sharp. Its autofocus is also stunningly fast. I can barely even sharpen the photos in post.
Haven't had a great wildlife opportunity with it yet, but I am blown away so far. Here a few decent examples, although I am happy with the common yellowthroat.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55376651049_2f177e5beb_b.jpgCommon Yellowthroat by groobann
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55376651129_5359e370c4_b.jpgGBH on a Tree by groobann
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55376899035_c02a75cf97_b.jpg_LWG9683-Edit-Edit copy by groobann
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55375554947_5858a131e5_b.jpg_LWG9706-Edit-Edit copy by groobann
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55375537292_324fc73303_b.jpgTree Swallow by groobann, on Flickr
Unsure why these aren't posting at full res. If someone can advise, I'll edit the post. Thanks.
Got my refurbished copy from Nikon. This lens is stunning across every dimension. It is stunningly compact, stunningly light, and stunningly sharp. Its autofocus is also stunningly fast. I can barely even sharpen the photos in post.
Haven't had a great wildlife opportunity with it yet, but I am blown away so far. Here a few decent examples, although I am happy with the common yellowthroat.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55376651049_2f177e5beb_b.jpgCommon Yellowthroat by groobann
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55376651129_5359e370c4_b.jpgGBH on a Tree by groobann
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55376899035_c02a75cf97_b.jpg_LWG9683-Edit-Edit copy by groobann
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55375554947_5858a131e5_b.jpg_LWG9706-Edit-Edit copy by groobann
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55375537292_324fc73303_b.jpgTree Swallow by groobann, on Flickr
Unsure why these aren't posting at full res. If someone can advise, I'll edit the post. Thanks.
Jul 05, 2026 at 06:09 PM
p.65 #7Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Flight school...
A pair of Juvenile red-shouldered hawks were working on their ability to maneuver in the woods... I happened to be in the right place at the right time time
cheers,
bruce
A pair of Juvenile red-shouldered hawks were working on their ability to maneuver in the woods... I happened to be in the right place at the right time time
cheers,
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/4.0 1/4000s 4500 ISO -1.0 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/4.0 1/4000s 4000 ISO -0.3 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/4.0 1/4000s 6400 ISO -0.7 EV
Jul 06, 2026 at 06:57 AM
p.65 #8Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
@OwlsEyes - you were in my neck of the woods seeing things I have not seen yet 
. Looking forward to seeing more grizzly shots Bruce, but I wanted to say those pelican shots catch the eye with their uniqueness, excellent colours and dynamic captures. Really well done!
. Looking forward to seeing more grizzly shots Bruce, but I wanted to say those pelican shots catch the eye with their uniqueness, excellent colours and dynamic captures. Really well done!Jul 07, 2026 at 12:24 AM
p.65 #9Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
urbanwild wrote:
@OwlsEyes@ - you were in my neck of the woods seeing things I have not seen yet. Looking forward to seeing more grizzly shots Bruce, but I wanted to say those pelican shots catch the eye with their uniqueness, excellent colours and dynamic captures. Really well done!
Thank you for the kind note... and compliment about the photos.
I have been to BC many times and absolutely love the coastal area. Between the amazing landscape opportunities on Vancouver Island, and the wildlife along the northern coast, I could spend the rest of my life exploring this part of the world. The bears were photographed in the Khutzeymateen, which is part of the Great Bear Rainforest. This is my second time at this location, and I am already looking to return in 2027 or 2028. It is one of the most peaceful spots on the planet. The bear photography is very different from what people see in Lake Clarke or the Brookes Range. The bears roam among tall trees coated with moss, and throughout the shores where an estuary meets the forest. PM me if you want to know how to visit this spot... there are a few ways, but one is better than the other two.
regards,
bruce
@OwlsEyes@ - you were in my neck of the woods seeing things I have not seen yet
. Looking forward to seeing more grizzly shots Bruce, but I wanted to say those pelican shots catch the eye with their uniqueness, excellent colours and dynamic captures. Really well done!Thank you for the kind note... and compliment about the photos.
I have been to BC many times and absolutely love the coastal area. Between the amazing landscape opportunities on Vancouver Island, and the wildlife along the northern coast, I could spend the rest of my life exploring this part of the world. The bears were photographed in the Khutzeymateen, which is part of the Great Bear Rainforest. This is my second time at this location, and I am already looking to return in 2027 or 2028. It is one of the most peaceful spots on the planet. The bear photography is very different from what people see in Lake Clarke or the Brookes Range. The bears roam among tall trees coated with moss, and throughout the shores where an estuary meets the forest. PM me if you want to know how to visit this spot... there are a few ways, but one is better than the other two.
regards,
bruce
Jul 07, 2026 at 08:31 AM
p.65 #10Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
OwlsEyes wrote:
. Looking forward to seeing more grizzly shots Bruce, but I wanted to say those pelican shots catch the eye with their uniqueness, excellent colours and dynamic captures. Really well done!Thank you for the kind note... and compliment about the photos.
I have been to BC many times and absolutely love the coastal area. Between the amazing landscape opportunities on Vancouver Island, and the wildlife along the northern coast, I could spend the rest of my life exploring this part of the world. The bears were photographed in the Khutzeymateen, which is part of the Great Bear Rainforest. This is my second time at this location, and I am already looking to return in 2027 or 2028. It is one of the most peaceful spots on the planet. The bear...Show more →
It is certainly on my list, as is a trip to Churchill at some point. Won't be for at least a couple of years but will certainly be in touch when I start planning. Thanks Bruce!
urbanwild wrote
@OwlsEyes@@@ - you were in my neck of the woods seeing things I have not seen yet. Looking forward to seeing more grizzly shots Bruce, but I wanted to say those pelican shots catch the eye with their uniqueness, excellent colours and dynamic captures. Really well done!I have been to BC many times and absolutely love the coastal area. Between the amazing landscape opportunities on Vancouver Island, and the wildlife along the northern coast, I could spend the rest of my life exploring this part of the world. The bears were photographed in the Khutzeymateen, which is part of the Great Bear Rainforest. This is my second time at this location, and I am already looking to return in 2027 or 2028. It is one of the most peaceful spots on the planet. The bear...Show more →
It is certainly on my list, as is a trip to Churchill at some point. Won't be for at least a couple of years but will certainly be in touch when I start planning. Thanks Bruce!
Jul 07, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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p.65 #11Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
A few mule deer from my neck of the woods.
When I left MN for CA's central coast I thought my deer photography days were over. Well, to my surprise, this is not the case. Mule deer are abundant on the coast, and we have some pretty amazing elk living in an around our coastal national and state parks.
cheers,
bruce
When I left MN for CA's central coast I thought my deer photography days were over. Well, to my surprise, this is not the case. Mule deer are abundant on the coast, and we have some pretty amazing elk living in an around our coastal national and state parks.
cheers,
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/4.0 1/4000s 6400 ISO 0.0 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/3.5 1/4000s 2200 ISO 0.0 EV
Jul 10, 2026 at 12:25 PM
p.65 #12Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Some old picture from may!! Summer time is bike time lol!!
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
Red Fox by eric laquerre, sur Flickr
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p.65 #13Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Some recent Sea Otter images shot with the lens and camera barely above the water's surface.
bruce
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/3.5 1/2500s 6400 ISO +1.3 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/3.5 1/1250s 6400 ISO +0.7 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/3.5 1/2500s 6400 ISO +1.3 EV
Jul 20, 2026 at 07:45 PM
p.65 #14Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Some hummingbirds from Saturday...
The feeding one is a juvenile male Anna's or a female Anna's... I can't quite tell.
The second shot is a bit of territorial behavior between a pair of male Allen's hummingbirds. This species is smaller than the Anna's but very feisty!
cheers,
bruce
The feeding one is a juvenile male Anna's or a female Anna's... I can't quite tell.
The second shot is a bit of territorial behavior between a pair of male Allen's hummingbirds. This species is smaller than the Anna's but very feisty!
cheers,
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/4.5 1/2500s 6400 ISO 0.0 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/3.5 1/4000s 3600 ISO -0.3 EV
Jul 24, 2026 at 07:08 PM
p.65 #15Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
Have taken the lens out a few more times. It remains stunning. I have never had a lens whose photos I just cannot sharpen in post b/c they're already so bitingly sharp. Amazing.
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p.65 #16Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
I'm pulling together some photos for a presentation on the Khutzeymateen Conservation Area. In June I made my second trip to this grizzly bear sanctuary and hope to return as a part of a camping trip that will take me from California to Prince Rupert, BC. As with my first trip in 2019, my travel back to the tip of NW BC left me wanting more...
cheers,
bruce
cheers,
bruce
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 400mm f/3.2 1/1000s 400 ISO +0.3 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/5.6 1/1600s 6400 ISO +2.0 EV
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Jul 28, 2026 at 11:15 PM
p.65 #17Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
A few new pics from last week.
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens 560mm f/4.0 1/800s 6400 ISO 0.0 EV
NIKON Z 9 NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S Z TC-1.4x lens 784mm f/6.3 1/250s 800 ISO +1.7 EV
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Aug 09, 2026 at 10:18 PM
p.65 #18Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
OwlsEyes wrote:
A few new pics from last week.
Like them all, but that GHO is special.
A few new pics from last week.
Like them all, but that GHO is special.
Aug 10, 2026 at 05:08 PM
p.65 #19Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
groob wrote:
Like them all, but that GHO is special.
Thank you very much...
I love it when I can use foliage to add context to my wildlife photos.
cheers,
bruce
OwlsEyes wrote
A few new pics from last week.Thank you very much...
I love it when I can use foliage to add context to my wildlife photos.
cheers,
bruce
Aug 10, 2026 at 10:39 PM
p.65 #20Official Nikon 400/2.8S image thread + some discussions
OwlsEyes wrote:
A few new pics from last week.
The image of the bird in motion is outstanding.
A few new pics from last week.
The image of the bird in motion is outstanding.
Aug 11, 2026 at 12:07 PM