Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE)vsNikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE)
40mm / F2
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NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
40mm / F2
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Which to choose
There is no large gap in the headline specifications. The choice comes down to rendering, handling and how prices move. Look at sample photos from both.
These points are derived mechanically from the numbers. How a lens actually renders does not show up in specifications, so look at samples before deciding.
Size compared
- NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE)45.5mm long × 71.5mm diameter
- NIKKOR Z 40mm f/245.5mm long × 70mm diameter
Specifications compared
| Specification | Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) | Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length (wide) | 40mm | 40mm | — |
| Focal length (tele) | 40mm | 40mm | — |
| Max aperture (wide) | F2 | F2 | — |
| Max aperture (tele) | F2 | F2 | — |
| Min aperture | — | F16 | No data |
| Min focus distance | 29cm | 29cm | — |
| Max magnification | 0.17× | 0.17× | — |
| Aperture blades | — | 9blades | No data |
| Weight | 170g | 170g | — |
| Length | 45.5mm | 45.5mm | — |
| Diameter | 71.5mm | 70mm | +1.5mm |
| Filter size | 52mm | 52mm | — |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 | +1year |
| Stabilization | No | No | — |
| Weather sealing | No | No | — |
| Macro | No | No | — |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes | — |
The difference column reads as NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) relative to NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2.The highlighted cell is the better side for that specification.
Check prices
NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE)
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NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
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