Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S vs Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S and Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S.
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Product |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Name | Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S | Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F4.5 VR S | Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
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Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2022 |
| Release Date | 2022-06-29 | 2022-01-19 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
SuperzoomTelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper motor | Voice Coil Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 250 cm | 250 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,16 | 0,23 |
Aperture |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Maximum Aperture | F4,5 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Construction | 19 elements / 13 groups | 25 elements / 19 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 x ED, 2 x SuperED, 1 x Short-wavelength refractive | 2 Fluorite elements, 2 ED glass, 1 Super ED, 1 SR (Short wavelength refractive) |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Focal Length | 400 mm | 400 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5.5 stops | 5.5 stops |
Physical |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 104 mm | 156 mm |
| Length | 235 mm | 380 mm |
| Weight | 1245 gr | 2950 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z 400mm F4.5 VR S |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Drop-in Filter |
| Filter Diameter | 95 mm | 46 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-105 | HK-42 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
