Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR vs Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR and Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR | Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR | Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20106 20106 |
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Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Release Year | 2014 | 2021 |
| Release Date | 2021-10-28 | |
| MSRP | 11999 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 2496 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon Z |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | Stepper motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 260 cm | 75 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,38 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 100 mm F5,6 at 400 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Construction | 16 elements / 12 groups | 25 elements / 20 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 6 ED elements, 2 Super ED elements |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Focal Length | 400 mm | 100-400 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
300 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR |
Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | 5.5 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 160 mm | 98 mm |
| Length | 358 mm | 222 mm |
| Weight | 3800 gr | 1355 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 40,5 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-38 | HB-103 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Together with the lens you will get HK-38 Lens Hood, 40.5mm Slip-in Circular Polarizing Filter C-PL405, CT-405 Trunk and LN-2 Lens Strap |
