NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S – Lightweight Super-Telephoto Prime Lens

The NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S is a compact, lightweight, and high-performance super-telephoto prime lens, designed for photographers who need reach, precision, and portability. Perfect for birding, wildlife, sports, and aviation photography, this lens delivers stunning image quality and exceptional handling, making it a must-have for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Key Features

• 400mm Super-Telephoto Reach: Ideal for capturing distant subjects like birds, wildlife, sports, and aircraft with stunning clarity.


• f/4.5 Maximum Aperture: Offers a great balance of brightness and depth of field for beautifully isolated subjects with dreamy bokeh.


• Lightweight Design: Weighs just 1160g (without tripod collar), making it one of the lightest 400mm lenses in its class, perfect for handheld shooting.


• Advanced VR Stabilization: Built-in Vibration Reduction (VR) provides up to 5.5 stops of stabilization on all Nikon Z cameras, and up to 6.0 stops with Synchro VR on compatible models.


• Close Focusing: Minimum focus distance of 2.5m allows for detailed close-ups of subjects, even with a super-telephoto lens.


• Pairs with Teleconverters: Use the Z Teleconverter TC-1.4x to achieve 560mm f/6.3 or the TC-2.0x for 800mm f/9 focal lengths, expanding the lens’s versatility.


• Weather-Sealed Build: Features advanced weather sealing and Nikon's Fluorine Coat to repel dust, dirt, and moisture, ensuring reliability in challenging environments.


• Nano Crystal Coat: Minimizes flare and ghosting, even in harsh lighting conditions, for sharp and high-contrast images.


• Customizable Controls: Save focus positions with the Memory Set button and use the Fn buttons to instantly recall them, ensuring you’re ready for decisive moments.

Specifications

• Focal Length: 400mm


• Maximum Aperture: f/4.5


• Minimum Aperture: f/32


• Lens Construction: 19 elements in 13 groups (including 1 SR, 2 Super ED, and 1 ED glass elements)


• Minimum Focus Distance: 2.5m


• Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 0.16x


• Image Stabilization: Up to 6.0 stops with Synchro VR, 5.5 stops with built-in VR


• Filter Size: 95mm


• Dimensions: Approx. 104mm x 234.5mm


• Weight: Approx. 1160g (without tripod collar), 1245g (with tripod collar)


• Diaphragm Blades: 9 (rounded)


• Coatings: Nano Crystal Coat, Fluorine Coat


• Compatible Formats: Full-frame (FX) and APS-C (DX)

Why Choose the NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S?

The NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S is the ultimate lens for photographers who need professional-grade image quality and portability. Its lightweight build makes handheld shooting comfortable, while features like advanced VR stabilization and customizable controls ensure you never miss the perfect shot. Whether you're capturing fast-moving wildlife, distant sports action, or detailed close-ups, this lens delivers unmatched sharpness and versatility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: What cameras is the NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S compatible with?
  A: This lens is fully compatible with all Nikon Z-mount cameras, including full-frame (FX) and APS-C (DX) models.


• Q: Does this lens support teleconverters?
  A: Yes, the lens is compatible with the Z Teleconverter TC-1.4x (560mm f/6.3) and TC-2.0x (800mm f/9), providing extended reach.


• Q: How effective is the VR stabilization?
  A: The built-in VR provides up to 5.5 stops of stabilization on all Nikon Z cameras, and up to 6.0 stops with Synchro VR on compatible models.


• Q: Is the lens weather-sealed?
  A: Yes, the lens features advanced weather sealing with rubber gaskets and a Fluorine Coat to protect against dust, dirt, and moisture.


• Q: What is the minimum focus distance of the lens?
  A: The lens can focus as close as 2.5m, allowing for detailed close-up shots, even at 400mm.

Available Now

The NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S is available for purchase through authorized Nikon retailers. Check with your local seller or online store for pricing and availability.