M42T2 mount
    Ultra telephoto
    Full frame

    Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto

    4.9
    (94 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 4.8
    Focal Length
    400mm
    Aperture
    f/5.8-45
    Mount
    M42, T2 mount
    Weight
    1360g
    Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto is a manual focus ultra telephoto lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Not the best in low light conditions but the lack of high aperture can be compensated with higher iso Has 16 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 1360 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 320 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.

    Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 13 months of tracked sales — pay around the $489.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $489.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $687.00
    All-time low
    $5.00
    Latest sale
    $7105.00

    Best deals

    1027 of 2050 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $489.00 fair value.

    • Jun 22, 2025$5.00$-484.00 / typical
    • Jan 7, 2025$9.00$-480.00 / typical
    • Jan 27, 2025$9.00$-480.00 / typical
    • Jun 27, 2025$9.00$-480.00 / typical
    • Jun 28, 2025$9.00$-480.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length400mm
    Aperturef/5.8-45
    Min Focus Distance5.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight1360g
    Length320mm
    Filter Thread77mm
    MountM42, T2 mount
    FormatFull frame

    Reviews

    Buy it; you won't be disappointed5.0/5

    Buy it; you won't be disappointed Having used the much cheaper Nikkor 70-300mm for a few years, mainly for wildlife photos, I decided to upgrade. I got great results with the old lens, but the 80-400mm is just next level. On the Nikon site, reviewers have commented that you shouldn't even think about buying this lens - just order it. They were right. Great detail, and with the extra magnification (it's on a D7100 DX body, so effectively 120-600mm) I can capture subjects nicely from greater distances. It's big and heavy, and I'm still getting used to the different center of gravity, but I'm really happy with the photos I've taken since it arrived.

    Flexible Sports Lens5.0/5

    Flexible Sports Lens This is a really great lens for a broad range of uses. bought this lens to photograph yacht racing and have found it to be even better than expected. The VR feature has allowed me to hand hold more often and still get sharp results. Although I didn't plan to use it to photograph my grandchildren I have found it perfect in many situations. I'm using it on a Nikon D3, D2x, F5 and I have even used it on my old F3hp. Although the vr and auto focus does not work on the f3 the lens still takes takes great photos. Fantastic product.

    Handy and so usefull!!5.0/5

    Handy and so usefull!! Somewhat heavier than I was expecting, but so is my D850. Sharp and responsive. Thought I might miss the "G"- removed functions, but haven't remembered to, yet. Haven't had it long enough to say its durable, (also don't plan on dropping it!). I appreciate the extended range over my old 80-200 f4 which hardly ever came off my old D300, and its so MUCH HANDIER than my 200-400mm F4 to reach out with. Overall: VERY NICE!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto?

    Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto is a camera lens with 400mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/5.8/45, for the M42, T2 mount mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 1360g.

    What mount is the Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto compatible with?

    Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto uses a M42, T2 mount mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto typically sells for around $5.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto a good lens?

    Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto has a community rating of 4.9/5 from 94 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Sankor 400mm f/5.9 Telephoto?

    Similar lenses include Admiral 300mm f/5.5 Auto, Bushnell 400mm f/6.3, Fokinar 400mm f/6.3.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.8
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value4.8/5
    Based on 55 reviewers

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