Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 Lens


Key Features
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 Lens
- An ultra-compact prime
- Fast f/2 maximum aperture
- Customizable control
- Dust and drip resistant.
- 60mm equivalent DX compatible
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So small. So fast. So versatile.
Easy to carry. Fun to shoot.
The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 is an ultra-compact prime you can rely on with any Z camera in just about any situation. Its wide enough for street work, landscapes and interiors but tight enough for authentic portraits and candid shots. It has a fast f/2 maximum aperture that powers through low lighting, helps freeze fast action and separates your subject from the background with a beautiful bokeh effect. And it does all of this with clarity, consistency and brightness that's all Z.
Great on any Z camera.
Sitting between two prized focal lengths, 35mm and 50mm, the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 takes strong points from each. It captures natural-looking portraits and close-ups like a 50mm, but it's also wide enough for shooting indoors, on the street or in a crowd like a 35mm. On a DX-format Z camera, it has a field of view of 60mm (35mm equivalent), another all-purpose focal length for everything from portraits to street photography.
Nothing weighing you down.
The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 is so compact and lightweight—just 1.8 inches long and weighing 6 oz—you'll forget it's even there. It doesn't extend or retract, so it's always ready. Take it wherever you go as your main walk-around lens or as a lightweight second lens.
Dramatic depth.
Make your subject stand out against a beautifully blurred background. The shallow depth of field of f/2 is enhanced by the lens' 9 rounded blade diaphragm, creating a natural bokeh effect.
Get in close.
The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 rewards you for getting in close to your subject. The lens' beautiful bokeh is accentuated at closer distances, giving your subject almost three-dimensional separation.
Shoot after hours.
The larger Z mount draws even more light gathering performance from the wide f/2 aperture. Capture the mood of dimly lit situations with clarity and sharpness, and use faster shutter speeds to freeze action without sacrificing brightness.
Video savvy.
The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2's quiet autofocus system greatly suppresses focus breathing to prevent angle-of-view shifts during recording. Make smooth iris adjustments with the click-less control ring to create a natural shift in brightness.
Fast, confident focus.
When it comes to autofocus, the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 is the strong, silent type. A new high-torque stepping motor operates at blazing fast speeds in near silence, whether using Eye-Detection AF or continuous subject tracking.
Customizable control.
The smooth click-less control ring can be customized for the way you shoot. Use it for precise manual focusing or to adjust aperture, ISO or exposure compensation.
Dust and drip resistant.
The lens barrel and all moving parts are designed carefully considering dust- and drip-resistant performance with sealing that prevents dust and water droplets from entering the lens
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lens specification
| Lens Min. Focus Distance | 11.4" / 29 cm |
| Optical Design | 6 Elements in 4 Groups |
| Angle of View (diagonal) | 57° |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Focus Type | Autofocus / Manual |
| Mount Type | Nikon Z |
| Focal Length | 40mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Weight | 6 oz / 170 g |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9, Rounded |
| Minimum Aperture | F/16 |
| Lens Filter Size | 52mm |
| Dimensions | 2.8 x 1.8" / 70 x 45.5 mm |
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 Lens
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