NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S | In Hand | Mic DROP🎤 | First Thoughts + Unboxing | Matt Irwin

[@ThePinoyAggie]

Matt is like the first time holding his first child. So scared and very gentle to make sure not to hurt it.

[@jasonswartzbaugh3925]

What a masterpiece. A lens meant for a paid professional or someone with deep pockets. Most people will never need something like this but it's fun to think about such a possibility. It's always about the right lens for the job.

[@richskinns]

I got my Z9 last Wednesday. Spent a fair coupe of days getting it set up- Wow amazing piece of technology. Brilliant loving it.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thanks for sharing, tell me more, I am loving mine more everyday :)

[@bfqywqd]

Awesome. Mine is on order and I can't wait! Looking forward to your next video and your impressions.

[@FormlessPhotography]

So amazing Matt! Excited to see you’ve got your hands on one early for us. Well done and can’t wait to see more from this beast paired with the Z9. Cheers from NY!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

More to come!

[@seamusoreilly804]

This 400 is astounding! $13,995 here in the States... but still enough that if I buy it, and my wife sees it, I may have to come live with you in Melbourne. Do you have a spare bedroom if I bring the lens?

[@richardrankin7488]

Good to see Nikon Australia showing you some love.

[@jonb5555]

Wow! I will get this lens because of your review. I’ve bought a couple Nikon cameras and many Nikon lenses because of your reviews!

[@johuntjens3035]

I am very curious how the sharpness of this lens (400mm + 1.4) compares with the 600mm AF-S on the Z9.

[@roybixby6135]

Love that lens - glad Niko haven't dropped the slip-in filters. I wonder how well it works with another teleconverter? The Velcro lens-cap is an improvement over the older draw string caps. An arca swiss tripod foot and it could be perfect...

[@MrTan189]

Holly Cow! I’m as excited as you, Matt.

[@christoskaragiannis7973]

Always nice to see an upload from you, cheers :)

[@ballet65]

So glad to see Nikon recognizing your amazing photo skills and down to earth approach to Photography. Keep up the great Videos.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thanks a ton Robin. :)

[@Vahagraphy]

Wow, that thing looks great and small. I wonder if I can get that front cap for my 600 FL. That lens weighs about 900grams less than the 600 FL. Awesome bro.

[@davetv8171]

Oh yes, it will be mine

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Yeah Vahagn, it is a lot of lens in one package. It will have a big future I think 🚀. As for the lens cap I think it is an accessory :)

[@troyphillips1077]

Wow , period wow . Nikon really created a masterpiece of a lens . Figured I’d let ya know I am getting the Z9 this year. I’ve just been waiting for Nikon to get the body that will work for what I need. It finally got to where I can buy into the Z system.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Fantastic news Troy. The Z 9 just keeps bringing a smile to my face. Not only amazing at stills, but a very powerful video machine :) And who knows what the new firmware may bring ??? :)

[@gabewrsewell]

looks absolutely amazing! so jealous. I just recently saved up and bought the 400 2.8 G ED VR, something i never thought i’d be able to own. it’s amazing but heavy as, and that lens looks awesome especially considering the built in TC and no longer needing the FTZ as well. someday maybe!

[@panepintosimone8140]

I was shivering when you managed the lens without the hood lol... So scary have that huge exposed front lens (on my 600 I'm so over worried when I have to mount the hood). What a lens , just crazy. Enjoy it , mate.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Yes it is something very, very special indeed :)

[@jamesloom]

Congrats Matt, you have been doing great work, glad Nikon is giving you some love.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thanks a ton Eric! :)

[@antonoat]

Enjoy it Matt.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thank you !!!

[@dominiclester3232]

Your excitement is infectious!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

The Z9 and this lens are something very special together :)

[@WakoJacKooo]

Youre unboxing a $15000 lens in a park. Matt . I admire your bravery and trust on society around you 👏👏👏

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Nobody would know it’s value around here.

[@TheTS1205]

7:16 I guess it's supposed to be a little front heavy there because mostly there'll be a camera mounted in the back 😉

[@gregcorker2193]

Very exciting! It’s great to see one in someone’s hands. In your hands, doubtless, there are spectacular images ahead.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thanks so much Greg. 😀

[@danielparent5512]

Please test it out with both internal teleconverter activated and external TC attached (1.4x and 2x) ... really curious about image quality under those conditions...

[@christhomas5846]

Awesome to see you get your hands on my holy grail!!! Just they way you were handling it I could "feel" how much lighter it will be compared to my 400 2.8G lens. My version will have to do me for another few years before it gets replaced by this new beast. I am impressed by the integration of the TC. I do like to put a 1.4TC on my current 400 but it is a bit of a slow process and not one I could just do for a "quick" shot. Cant wait to see what you can get from this lens. Wish I could shoot side by side with you to see the difference between a D5 with the old 400 2.8G next to a Z9 with the new 400 2.8 beast.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Chris is there any cricket we could shoot together? :) 🚀

[@christhomas5846]

@@MattIrwinPhotography Yes there sure will be this weekend. It comes down to how my health is if I am able to get out on the weekend. I would love to make it happen that's for sure

[@NikCan66]

Excellent job and look forward to your follow up with this lens

[@EugeneMaynard]

Nice! 👍🏾I am telling myself that I must hold out until Christmas!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Good luck Eugene ... :)

[@parnilsson322]

I am very happy to see that Nikon is giving you the oppurtunity to test this amazing lens Matt. Test it hard, action, birds, sport, backlit scenens, everything. It might be the Koenigsegg of supertelephoto lenses.

[@jet688]

gone are the riwoma style case of the original 400mil 2.8 f mount.

[@ryancrouch3238]

I would love to see a new 200-400!

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Congratulations, Matt! That'a hell of a lens!

[@johnhjic2]

Hello Matt, So good to see you getting excited. Interest street photography? :) well I had to get that in. Be amazing wildlife and sports lens. But I would have to do a lot of saving for this one. Keep well, keep safe and have an amazing time with this glass.

[@JRodPhotoArt]

Wow, Most of us can only dream of owning the 400. Hopefully Nikon will make the PF versions in a good price point. Keep making great videos so we can live thru you!!!! Good day!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

I hope so too James, thanks so much. :)

[@Azeemmerchant]

Golden Ring is back baby! ♥️🙌🏼

[@chernofuta]

What lens did you shoot this video with? The compression is beautiful

[@buffmaloney]

The Sigma 150-600 Sports lens has that style cap.

[@montasstudio7348]

I’m speechless 😍😍

[@Perception_]

What will happen if you attach the 2x converter? It would be great if that works so you could get 800mm @ f/5.6.

[@archivephoto]

Hi Matt. Congrats on getting the lens. Before you have to return it to Nikon, would you be so kind as to measure the dimensions of the bottom of the mounting foot please. I have pre-ordered the lens and want to order an Arca plate for it that closely matches the lens foot's dimensions. Many thanks. We are all looking forward to seeing what you shoot with the lens and how it performs when using Nikon's two external teleconverters in combination with its internal 1.4TC.

[@AMGOSUK]

Can't wait for mine to arrive -- but Nikon Rumours say there is 6 months wait. I will find out soon or later ??

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

I don't think it will be six months for all of them Andy, just depends when your order went in. Like the Z 9 it will come in waves I reckon :)

[@BayouJosh]

Damn I can't wait for mine to arrive. That will likely be my workhorse for the next decade!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Yeah Bayou, I think this is such an epic all rounder for the wildlife and sports shooter. So many combo's with internal TC and external TC's, DX crop and more .... love to have you on the channel sometime :) Cheers Matt

[@BayouJosh]

@@MattIrwinPhotography It is certainly a homerun for Nikon. I'd love to join you. Name the time.

[@merkin22]

And another great example of why I chose Nikon in the first place so many years ago -- nobody makes quality glass quite like Nikon! I hope the several thousands of kms between you and me is lessening the envy wave that I know are streaming out of me :)

[@merkin22]

PS -- I just listed My D6 (which I said I wouldn't sell) to help pay for this lens LOL Cheers!

[@jekrn]

Wow! and you also can use 2 times teleconverter so that gives you still more mmm for photos at the moon!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Oh good idea, that will be another thing to shoot before I have to give it back :)

[@drprince8766]

What is your video camera? Video looks stunning.:D

[@migel4065]

Yes!

[@markloh4896]

So excited can't wait for my🤤Long.....wait😓Matt is that hood made of carbon or composites?

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Looks like composite. :)

[@borisgalos6967]

Carbon is a composite. It's one that uses carbon fibers as the strengthening fibers rather than something like the glass fiber in fiberglass.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

@@borisgalos6967 Thanks Boris, it does not appear to be a composite that includes Carbon fibres. :)

[@highdynamicphotographyfilm2235]

I am thinking if I should buy it or not. So tempting

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Early days yet, but it does feel like a lot of lens in one sleek package :)

[@iconicon3108]

Great lens.. What happens when you mount it on a Z50? Please experiment.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

WOW DX all the way, another 1.5x ..... I will give it a go.

[@rudolffoldvary5654]

Some Monty Python reference there! Cheers mate! :D

[@Ausknutz]

Amazing lens and video. As a hobbyist bird photographer, the Z9 with this lens is my dream set, at least until the 800mm launches

[@romanhar4151]

Great! How is it doing with the TC-2 (and ther internal TC 1.4)? - and for beeing crazy in APS-C Mode ???

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

560 x 2 (TC) = 1120mm x 1.5 (APSC) = 1680mm eqv. ..... OMG!!!! Im testing over the next few days :)

[@gunny2044]

Congratulations!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thank you!

[@richardmurray1858]

Hey Matt, so great you have been sent this lens to test. As a wildlife photographer this is on my shopping list and may well replace my existing 500mm f4 fl. one question I wonder if you would be kind enough to answer for me please? Can you engage the built in TC with an Extenral TC attached? I’m guessing not but just wondered if you can clarify this point for me please? Cheers mate and keep up the good work👍

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Hi Richard, I just tried it out and the internal TC works with the external 2x TC attached. Double TC, amazing. And the image looks great :)

[@erichramone7812]

The 400 2.8 is out of my price range but the 500 f4 sounds awesome!!!!

[@Weyco23]

@@erichramone7812 Nikon has zero plans for a 500f/4 for mirrorless, zero.

[@richardmurray1858]

@@MattIrwinPhotography Thanks so much Matt!! Top work. This news has just made the lens an even more versatile beast 😃 Even if the image quality takes a bit of a hit (and the 400mm will be starting from optical perfection) just having all those options in one package is really quite special. Thanks again for testing (iv been wondering if it could take a TC on top of the internal TC since it was announced). Can't wait to get mine

[@thunderpup1327]

Great video. Thank you for showing us kit that most of us can only dream about. So sad for you that someone stole your gimbal mounted second camera at 8:14. Hope you catch the rascal! 8-p

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Damn those squirrels .....

[@mystufs]

Hi Matt, I hope you can help me, I have just received my z 400 2.8 TC, and notice that when i move the lens vertically upwards then downwards I notice something, I pressume VR, moves up and down with a dampening movement. When i switch the camera on it blocks and it does not do it anymore..... Is this movement normal when the camera is not connected?

[@stevethompson8154]

Having the filter slot is great. I'd get a 16 stop ND and be all ready to shoot the Solar eclipse in two years

[@Calibr21]

Can you test full rack focus speed on a Z9 vs Z7? I’ve read f mount telephoto focus motors are faster on a Z9 than the smaller z bodies. Maybe due to the larger battery? Wondering if that is true with this Z mount telephoto.

[@2906rick]

Maybe it is due to the 9x more powerful processor. My 600mm fl was slow on the z6II, it is just as fast as on my d850 now on the Z9. The new native telephoto will be even better with the new motors

[@PhotographerSen]

"What's in the BOX!!!" chilling 'seven' vibes allover....😅

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Nice call .... :)

[@charlesdavis6371]

congrats Matt. I know you'll get a lot out of it.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thanks so much Charles :)

[@keoni37]

That lens cap is called a Nicondom ! :)

[@erichramone7812]

Daaaaaaaaamn.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Something - ain't it :)

[@paulbusby2013]

Wow - it’s smaller than I thought!

[@_._Stefan_._]

So spectacular👍🏻

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

It really is!

[@starbase218]

If they can make a 400mm f/2.8 with a TC that small, how small will the other 400mm that's on the roadmap be? Good stuff.

[@divijsharma8362]

Love from India 🇮🇳

[@christiaanphleger1609]

Ha that sound at 3:52! BLONK it now means "quickly switch in the TC"; I can see FB guys shooting QB in the backfield then BLONK hit the receiver downfield. F awesome I wish I was shooting more sports!!!

[@stefannantz]

Noice, Nikon is killing it imo, for a more budget friendly zoom I love the 100-400±tc2 makes it a insane 200-800 oh boy oh boy I want one.

[@TonyHedges]

Isn't there a 200-500 z lens on the roadmap?

[@MrDaveB123]

@@TonyHedges it a 200 to 600 actually Tony

[@stefannantz]

The 200-600 will be great too but bigger, the 100-400 is roughly the size of the 70-200

[@TonyHedges]

@@MrDaveB123 sounds even better!

[@riteshkc11]

That is a piece of art….

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Yeah and the lens is pretty good too .... LOL only joking, it is outstanding kit. :) Cheers Matt

[@cccycling5835]

As a beginning wildlife/birding enthusiast, now that I’m all Z, this is my “in my actual dreams” lens. It’s more expensive than my Ducati. I think I’ll just wait for the 200-600 instead. Hoping it’ll be below $2k!

[@r1berto1]

I will run out and buy two of them right now.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Great idea. :)

[@MyWildMinnesota]

I want that lens so bad!

[@JeffandLeslie]

nice looking lens. I do not like the velcro strap for the lens cap. I've yet to see velcro (hook and loop) hold up well over the long haul. It will eventually lose it's holding ability.

[@theartofimaging618]

Why is the gold ring back? And why only on this lens?

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

I'll ask ...

[@jeffreyneville9769]

Matt, did you buy this for yourself or is it a loaner you are just trying out for a while? I hope you bought it....have fun, look forward to your next video.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

I would love to buy one, but my credit card is still working through the Z 9 :). I have this for two weeks as a review copy.

[@porkster5924]

Looks about the same size as my 300mm f/2.8 VR 😛

[@lukaspictures]

Isn't 4k 120p a full frame crop and why it crops more than 1.5 if you choose dx mode?

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

I am guessing the 2.3 is 4k, pixel for pixel, from the middle of the sensor ... when you have 45 - 46 MP does that make sense .... : ) 4K being 8.3MP, DX is almost 20MP ... and the direct pixel for pixel readout would make it super easy, if they wanted to, they could give us DX 120 FPS and 2.3 crop 120 in firmware I suspect. Maybe it will come ... I have not done the maths on this, just some rough thumbnails

[@otavioleitefotografia]

Cool!

[@GrahamGphotoParker]

Hey Matt. Did I hear you say during the video that you have a 200-400 f4 lens? Can you tell me how it works on the Z9 Cheers mate

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Yep I will put a vid together Graham :)

[@GrahamGphotoParker]

@@MattIrwinPhotography Cheers mate I’ll look forward to it. Btw I have that lens and am on list for Z9🤞

[@martyncarter1480]

Nice looking lens would love one but out of my price range,lens cap pentax 560mm has that type

[@long_white_cloud]

Wow 🤩 Super excited 😆 Can the third ring be programmed to switch between FX and APSC/DX crop like the Sony 600mm/f4.0?

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Yeah I am hoping it can do more, I don't know much about it :)

[@dietmarfinster3176]

The zoom is dead, long live the built-in switch zoom. Looks mighty techy.

[@creditelectric]

Birds from Altona & beyond? Lens "cap" yes I have seen something like that, my old all metal AF ED 300mm F4 & there is another from another brand.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Ah cool David, I would love to head to Altona, where is the best spot for birds?

[@creditelectric]

@@MattIrwinPhotography Apex Park at the western end as far as you can drive along Esplanade is a good spot to start following the walking track. Pelicans, Stilts,Terns,Avocet & Spoonbills,some being migratory from the Northern hemisphere,if they are about.Have visited early morning good views of the city & also observed a low flying Falcon doing its morning rounds around the bushes to see if anything could be flushed out, so fast & beautiful close up.gone before a camera could be raised.

[@christopherlofquist1]

Very nice looking lens, wish I had one!

[@t.k.1448]

Not sure how comfortable I would be holding a lens like that. I think (nearly) everyone dreams of it, but if the day comes, the idea of something bad happening in one careless moment would be near to paralyzing for most mortals. Fair to say, if I ever spring for a lens like that, full coverage insurance will be a must before I even the leave the store with it.

[@RaymondParkerPhoto]

Oh, lucky man!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

It is truly a lovely thing Ray :)

[@tonyscavo9411]

Disappointing to see that Nikon did away with the Ct-400 series case and went with a soft one, it was fitting for such a fantastic lens. When I purchase this lens I am hopeful it will fit into my old case that I still have. Looking forward to any insight you can provide on the magnetic drive of this lens… will it attract dust (there’s metal in dust) will it be affected if you are shooting through a metal photographers box (sporting events) I would assume you’d have to be resting it on a metal ledge for any interference but for the sake of those of us who want to know - could you PLEASE test that theory?

[@Photojouralist123]

you can't get any better than that its like having 3 lens in one.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

I agree John, there is a lot packed into this package. :)

[@JessDemant]

Hi Matt, a wildly gorgeous lens you've got here, and there are probably many professional Nikon photographers who would like to own it including my friend a professional Nikon photographer through many years and certainly not a fanboy (has now the Nikon Z9 and has ordered another one). But as he says remember also to come up with the less good things when you come with your review, because that he also needs as a Nikon photographer. As he says, there is no perfect lens or for that matter camera, for there will always be compromises. P.S. But I/we are unsure if it's okay to write this to you, as it may still be understood negatively, but it's more just a little advice to make your channel even more professional and get more KZbin followers .. .. Cheers from the two of us in the cold north

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

LOL Jess, this is not a review. This is a celebration of its arrival. This is opening the box, and reacting to what I am seeing. Happy for you to share any thoughts you have, and I will include them in the review if I think valid. Please pass on my regards to your Z 9 owning friend, and also invite them to make suggestions too. It would be much appreciated. Send me an email via my website :) mattirwin.com/pages/email-us

[@JessDemant]

​@@MattIrwinPhotography I will pass the message on to him Matt when he comes home from a photo trip to France, but maybe he sees your comment in France, for he is traveling to France with a colleague tonight (and his beloved Z9 and Z7II). I'm a little excited about what he will answer to that, because he does not use twitter or facebook, as he is more a bit old-fashioned (he knows I call him that) and keeps a little to himself in his spare time, because he says he has plenty of contact throughout his work and he will therefore spend the rest of his free time on his family and a few friends. I've only talked to him on the phone for the last 6 months because he's so busy! P.S. I know it's not a review, but you'll come up with one soon. Cheers

[@kjellhedberg7779]

400mm is little to short for birding. I waiting for the 800mm 6.3 for my Z9

[@fjphoto23]

It has a built-in teleconverter and you can use DX mode.

[@kjellhedberg7779]

@@fjphoto23 Still to short for me, but thanks anyway :-)

[@allskoolguru]

i have the sigma sports 120-300mm, nikon 300mm VR II and the nikon 400mm VR II. after seeing this video i think im gonna sell all those 3 lenses for this z 400mm!

[@BernardSolomon]

Love the way you babied the lens and the childish glee on your face when you came out from behind the tree.

[@paulhab7267]

Wow wow wow love one of these great video Matt thanks 😊 🤩🤩

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it Paul :)

[@leod1671]

Amazing lens for sure. At the price of a small car I need to sell a lot more photos for it to pay for its self.

[@JoeHTX]

Good video Matt. I enjoy all of your videos. The below rant is NOT an attack on you or anyone else. But... that myth about putting a camera into crop mode and gaining additional "reach" is just that, a myth. It's not true, it's never been true, and it'll never be true... Take any camera/lens combo, put it on a tripod and focus on an object 100 yards/meters away. Take a picture. Then without changing any settings other than putting the camera in whatever crop mode you want, take another picture of the same object at the same distance. Then transfer both pictures to your computer and open them as layers in photoshop. Put the crop mode picture at the top of the stack. Make sure both pictures are centered. Then turn off and back on the visibility of the crop mode picture several times. You won't see any change in size of the object you focused on... All you have managed to do by putting the camera in crop mode is crop the sides/top/bottom in the camera, you didn't "zoom in" or gain any more "reach". You might as well just crop it in photoshop where you can use the crop to change/enhance the composition. Before anyone starts flaming and disputing me, do the test and if you are honest about it, you'll agree with me 100%. Because the idea of gaining "more reach" or "zooming in" by putting the camera (any camera) in crop mode is an illusion. I've read on Nikon's website that it does, and that is flat out wrong. Look at the stats for any camera listed from any manufacturer and you'll see that putting any camera in DX mode results in a smaller picture which only "mimics" narrower focus angle of a DX camera. It doesn't stretch out the image to the same size as full resolution FX size, it just crops in on the usable area of the sensor resulting in a cropped picture output. The test is this. Use the same camera/lens mounted on tripod without moving it. Put in full manual mode. focus on a building or other stationary object about 100 yards/meters away with the position locked focus on the door of the building, or a large window. Take 1 picture at full FX resolution. Change ONLY the sensor area to DX and take another picture without moving the camera. Load both pictures in photoshop in a stack with the DX picture on top of the stack, with both pictures centered and aligned. If you do the test honestly, you'll not see any size difference in the door/window of the building. You'd be better off just shooting in FX mode all the time then cropping in photoshop so you can adjust the composition a little bit.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Hi Joe, I understand all of what you are saying. I suppose I think people watching understand that it is '35mm eqv.' which I often say or write somewhere. I suppose we live in a strange time where if we put this lens on a Z50 or ZFC then they can only get the 1.5 crop (DX crop) outcomes. And the entire conversation about the lens is in DX. Forced crop. Often when I am shooting a far away subject, and I simply want to save space, I will shoot in DX knowing I won't need the FX version. Save space and saving processing time. I often do this at events or functions, to get extra reach. Very easy when a subject is not moving and all you want is to be closer and to not do that extra work in post. Also in 4K video this crop is actually real. We still get the same resolution of 4K wether at FX or DX, so it is effectively a zoom. And when I am talking about all this stuff I am encompassing both use cases. Stills and video. So yes I understand when I say 400mm DX is 600mm eqv. I understand it is a 400mm file cropped to appear somewhat like a 600mm (in still). But not exactly the same. I understand. : ) And I believe most people who follow this channel would also understand. :) Thanks so much for raising the point, perhaps I should make a video about it? What do you think? Cheers Matt :)

[@JoeHTX]

@@MattIrwinPhotography Thank you Matt. I realize that in video mode where the output is 4k whether in DX or FX mode that the extra reach of the crop factor is real. But for stills it isn't, and most people don't understand that. IF, when putting the camera in crop mode the resulting image would be stretched to the FX size for output, then extra reach would be gained. But, since it doesn't do that, it just outputs an image that's been cropped/trimmed on all sides, the objects in the image will be identical size so there is no real zoom factor. I really wish it would work. Then my 70-300 lens would become 91-390mm on my D7200, which is a DX camera that can be switched to 1.3X 'crop mode'. I kept hearing on different youtube channels, and read it on Nikon's website about putting the camera in crop mode for "that little bit of extra reach"... so I tried it. And it didn't work... All I ended up with was a bunch of smaller images with the subjects of the images the same size as when I shot in full resolution mode. So I did the test I described above and got the results I described above. You have to use the same camera to test it for FX vs DX. Or, you could use a FX camera with the same/similar sensor size sensor as a DX camera such as D7200 compared to crop mode in Z6 where the D7200 files are 6,000 x 4,000 resolution, and the Z6 files are 6,048 x 4,024 in FX mode and 3,936 x 2,624 in DX mode. As long as an "apples to apples" comparison is made, not an "apples to oranges" comparison which would be comparing a D850 which has a resolution of 8,256 x 5,504, to a D500 which has a resolution of 5,568 x 3,712. Since the D850's resolution is 2.24 times greater than the D500's, the objects in the picture will naturally be 2.24 times larger than those in an image taken on the D500. A large megapixel sensor camera compared to a small megapixel sensor camera is not a true, or fair, comparison. I once had an online "debate" with a guy who kept trying to use the D850 VS D500 argument to "prove" that putting a camera in crop mode actually increased the reach, but the only thing he proved was that he didn't know what he was talking about.... If you would make a video showing how it works it would be great! It would be helpful to a lot of us. There is a lot of people out there that "think" they are going to get a larger image of a small bird by putting their camera into "crop" mode and all the get is the illusion of a larger bird because the sides/top/bottom of the images they take are cropped off in the camera instead of cropping them off in photoshop! Thanks again Matt! I look forward to seeing a video explaining just what happens when a camera is put in crop mode and the myths about it dispelled.

[@stevelandphotography]

Awesome. Im seriously thinking of trading my 600F4 FL in for this.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Yeah well you would have a 400 2.8 and a 560 F4 - a lot lens 🚀 😄

[@stevelandphotography]

@@MattIrwinPhotography already been figuring out focal and aperture with the TC and an external 1.4. Lots of options in 1 lens

[@2906rick]

It depends on what you do. A bare lense without tc is always better. It you use a tc with the 600mm, the 400mm will be too short. I am waiting on the new 600mm.

[@Sabbra]

Photojournalism, very subtle lens....for sure you can blend

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Suppose it depends where you are reporting from, maybe a war zone ... :) Then I think as much reach as you can get.

[@Sabbra]

@@MattIrwinPhotography just messing around! But yeah, in a war conflict for me only with a telescope

[@seanhernon9059]

Very nice

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

So nice - This will be a big seller for a long time to come :)

[@marleenvandam6931]

my dream lens for sure.At the moment enjoying my Z9 with 100-400 S lens.Don't like the shiny ring. Might frighten birds in reflection.

[@2906rick]

It will be cover by a lenscoat anyway

[@Butterflyeffect1975-d6b]

Wawoo ,,.... Enjoy it.. But, I have few things to say .... 1. What for you and for the 400 ? As I understand you're not a nature photographer ... Which leads me to the next wondering ... I guess you purchased it by yourself .... Which means you own a big like to your subscribers ... Because if not them you wouldn't buy it or were you ? .

[@HaimGreen]

I really didn’t like the sound of the Tele converter!!