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Nikon Announces Z 40mm f2 Compact Prime Share This on LinkedIn   Tweet This   Forward This

14 September 2021

Nikon has announced the Nikkor Z 40mm f2, a compact FX-format prime lens that continues the company's effort to flesh out the Z lens line-up.

"Many creators have told us that they want extremely small lenses with fast apertures to complement their lightweight mirrorless Z series cameras," said Jay Vannatter, Nikon executive vice president. "The new 40mm f2 delivers as a great lens for travel, street photography or everyday use."

HIGHLIGHTS

Highlights of the 40mm lens include:

  • Compact, dust- and drip-resistant build
  • 6 elements in 4 groups
  • 9 blade electromagnetic diaphragm
  • 0.96-foot minimum focusing distance
  • Smooth, quiet aperture shifts for 4K video

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for the new prime include:

NIKKOR 40mm f2 LENS SPECIFICATIONS
Mount Nikon Z
Focal Length 40mm
Aperture f2 to f16
9 rounded diaphragm blades
Angle of View 57°
Minimum Focus 11.4 inches
Magnification 0.17x
Optical Design 6 elements in 4 groups
Autofocus Yes
Image Stabilization No
Filter Thread 52mm
Dimensions 2.8 x1.8 inches
Weight 6 oz.

PRICE, AVAILABILITY

Nikon said the Z 40mm f2 will be available later this fall for $299.95. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.

Fun, Fast & Affordable: The Nikkor Z 40mm f2 Ultra Compact Prime Lens

The Expansion of the Nikkor Z Lens Line Continues

MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Nikon has announced the new Nikkor Z 40mm f2, a compact yet capable FX-format prime lens that provides fantastic image quality, fast aperture, a practical field of view and extraordinary bokeh for everyday image and video capture.

Affordable, portable and bright, this new optic checks all the right boxes for a lightweight lens to carry just about anywhere for nearly any occasion. Whether seeking a lens for everyday snaps, unobtrusive street photography or as a travel companion that easily fits in your carry-on, the new 40mm lets you capture with incredible sharpness, fast focus and gorgeous blurred backgrounds. Additionally, the fast aperture affords excellent low light performance and exceptional image quality -- from portraits to food or still life to 4K video, users can expect vivid colors and lifelike three- dimensional depth.

"Many creators have told us that they want extremely small lenses with fast apertures to complement their lightweight mirrorless Z series cameras," said Jay Vannatter, Executive Vice President, Nikon Inc. "The new 40mm f2 delivers as a great lens for travel, street photography or everyday use."

The 40mm f2 is a versatile lens that can be used with any Nikon Z series full frame or DX-format camera. The lens is small enough to pair perfectly with a Z 50, Z fc or Z 5, yet suitable for Z 6II and Z 7II users looking for a light and compact "walk-around" lens.

Features

Nikkor Z 40mm f2: All-Purpose Prime with Beautiful Bokeh

  • A compact, versatile prime lens that is ideal for everyday applications such as close-ups, casual portraits and food photography.
  • Delivers fantastic bokeh and a dramatic separation of the subject from the background.
  • The standard focal range hits the sweet spot of a natural angle of view, while still being wide enough for street photography. When mounted on a DX-format camera, the lens is equivalent to 60mm, which is a great focal length for flattering portraits.
  • Ultra-compact, weighing in at merely 170g and only 1.8" long, making it easy to carry around for day-long outings.
  • Built with 6 elements in 4 groups with a 9-blade diaphragm that creates a gorgeous, circular bokeh that draws attention to the subject.
  • Utilizes an electromagnetic diaphragm for precise aperture control and stable exposure during continuous shooting.
  • The Nikkor Z 40mm f2 offers a short 0.96ft (0.29m) minimum focusing distance, which is excellent for capturing food and top-down photos of de[!]cor and tablescapes.
  • Designed with consideration for dust and drip-resistant performance with a sealing that prevents dust and water droplets from entering the lens.
  • Video shooters will benefit from the quiet operation, natural focus shift that allows for fluid changes when going from close focusing to infinity, reduced focus breathing and smooth aperture control.
  • The lens features an integrated control ring, which can be customized and assigned to adjust focus, ISO, aperture and exposure compensation.

Pricing and Availability

The new Nikkor Z 40mm f2 compact prime lens will be available starting later this fall for a suggested retail price of $299.95. For more information about the latest Nikon products, including this new Nikkor Z lens and the entire Nikon Z series, visit nikonusa.com.


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