Nikon has just officially announced the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S lens. It is the smallest and lightest 400mm Nikon has ever created, featuring a super-telephoto prime mixing unique portability with long reach, advanced optics, and apt AF and VR. It’s a well-rounded lens for the traveling sports or wildlife shooter looking for a handheld design and capable reach for photographing distant subjects.
This new lens costs $3,246.95, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama.
Below are the detailed specifications of Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F4.5 VR S lens:
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 400 mm | |
| Image stabilization | Yes | |
| CIPA Image stabilization rating | 5.5 stop(s) | |
| Lens mount | Nikon Z | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F4.5 | |
| Minimum aperture | F32 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | |
| Aperture notes | Rounded blades | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 19 | |
| Groups | 13 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 1 x ED, 2 x SuperED, 1 x Short-wavelength refractive | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 2.50 m (98.43″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.16× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Stepper motor | |
| Full time manual | No | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1245 g (2.74 lb) | |
| Diameter | 104 mm (4.09″) | |
| Length | 235 mm (9.25″) | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Filter thread | 95 mm | |
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| Nikon Z30 | Check Price | B&H/ Adorama |
| Nikkor Z 400mm F4.5 VR S | Check Price | B&H/ Adorama |
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