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

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  • NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE)45.5mm long × 71.5mm diameter
  • NIKKOR Z 40mm f/245.5mm long × 70mm diameter

Specifications compared

Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) compared with Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2.The highlighted side is the better one for that specification.
SpecificationNikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE)Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2Difference
Focal length (wide)40mm40mm—
Focal length (tele)40mm40mm—
Max aperture (wide)F2F2—
Max aperture (tele)F2F2—
Min aperture—F16No data
Min focus distance29cm29cm—
Max magnification0.17×0.17×—
Aperture blades—9bladesNo data
Weight170g170g—
Length45.5mm45.5mm—
Diameter71.5mm70mm+1.5mm
Filter size52mm52mm—
Released20222021+1year
StabilizationNoNo—
Weather sealingNoNo—
MacroNoNo—
AutofocusYesYes—

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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