Used Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR for Sale — From £589 | UsedLens.co.uk

£589.00 Low price

£1949.99 High price

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Great for: wildlife sport landscape travel

Nikon's affordable full-frame super-telephoto zoom with VR and constant f/5.6 aperture.

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR was released in 2015 as Nikon's constant f/5.6 super-telephoto zoom for F-mount bodies, filling a gap between the consumer 70-300mm telephoto range and the professional 500mm prime. The 'E' designation indicates electromagnetic aperture control, optimised for smooth aperture operation at high burst rates on professional Nikon bodies. VR is built in. At 2,300g the lens requires a monopod for extended wildlife and sports use. The 95mm filter thread is the largest in the Nikon F-mount lineup.

The optical design uses 19 elements in 12 groups. Nine aperture blades produce smooth bokeh. The 95mm filter thread is unusually large and requires a dedicated filter set. At 2,300g the lens is heavy for extended handheld use — a monopod is practical for wildlife sessions. Minimum focus distance of 2.2m. VR provides handheld stability at telephoto distances. AF-S SWM enables compatibility with all Nikon F-mount bodies. The electromagnetic 'E' aperture provides smooth continuous aperture control. Constant f/5.6 aperture throughout.

The 300-750mm equivalent range on DX and 200-500mm on FX covers the full practical super-telephoto range for wildlife, birds in flight, and professional sports. The constant f/5.6 across the full range enables consistent exposure through the zoom without mid-zoom aperture shifts. VR enables handheld super-telephoto shots in outdoor conditions where a tripod is impractical. The electromagnetic 'E' aperture reduces aperture lag during continuous burst shooting on compatible professional bodies.

On the used market the AF-S 200-500mm f/5.6E VR is widely available at professional super-telephoto zoom pricing. Condition checks: VR engagement, AF-S motor response across the full zoom range, 95mm filter thread for damage, and zoom ring smoothness. A monopod foot should be present and the thread undamaged. Compatible with all Nikon F-mount bodies; the electromagnetic aperture provides full benefit on D5/D4s-generation and later professional bodies.

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Used Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR price history

Tracking the used Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR price? Over the past two weeks, the average has risen 6.6%, from £800 to around £852. Depending on age and condition, expect to pay between £699 and £905 for a used lens.

Average market price (line) and typical price range (shaded). Source: UsedLens daily price index, 11 Jun – 3 Jul 2026.