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Nikon Announces Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR Super Zoom
27 March 2024
Nikon has announced the Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR, a super-zoom lens for Nikon Z series full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras. This latest addition to the expanding line of Nikkor Z lenses offers the highest zoom ratio in its class, the company said.
"So many photographers and creatives will love the versatility of the Nikkor Z 28-400mm, which gives you clarity, range and fantastic backgrounds," said Naoki Onozato, Nikon president and CEO. "Wherever your travels lead, this is definitely a lens to consider packing."
Among its notable features are a close minimum focus distance of only 7.8 inches at wide-angle and 3.9 feet at telephoto and a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.35x.
The Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR uses a stepping motor for fast and quiet autofocusing, allowing rapid focus on moving subjects. The lens also features a vibration-reduction function with performance equivalent to 5.5 stops, which helps achieve sharp photos and stable video with ease, even when handheld.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the new zoom include:
- Full-frame coverages
- Apertures: f4-8 to f22-45
- wide-angle to telephoto range
- STM autofocus stepping motor
- 5.5-stop VR image stabilization
- Zoom lock switch
- 21 elements in 15 groups
- 9-blade diaphragm
- Weather-sealed construction
- 77mm filter thread
- Compact square lens hood
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the new Nikkor include:
NIKON NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Nikon Z Focal Length 28mm to 400mm Aperture Maximum Aperture: f4 to f6
Minimum Aperture: f22 to f45
9 rounded diaphragm bladesMinimum Focus Wide Angel: 7.9 inches
Telephoto: 3.9 feetMagnification 0,35x Optical Design 21 elements in 15 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization 5.0 stops, 5.5 combined with in-camera image stablization Filter Thread 77mm Dimensions 3.4 x 5.6 inches Weight 1.6 lbs. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Nikon said the new Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR lens will be available in mid-April for $1,299.95. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
Nikon Releases the Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR Fullframe Super Zoom
Versatility and Portability with Wide-Angle to Super-Telephoto Coverage
MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Nikon has announced the release of the Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR, a supremely versatile high-power super-zoom lens for Nikon Z series full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras. This latest addition to the expanding line of Nikkor Z lenses offers the highest zoom ratio in its class, making it a must-have for travel, sports, backyard wildlife and more.
"So many photographers and creatives will love the versatility of the Nikkor Z 28-400mm, which gives you clarity, range and fantastic backgrounds," said Naoki Onozato, President and CEO, Nikon Inc. "Wherever your travels lead, this is definitely a lens to consider packing."
The Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR is a high-magnification zoom lens that covers a broad range of focal lengths -- from 28mm to 400mm. Whether up close or far away, from landscapes to distant vistas, users will appreciate the extreme versatility and powerful capabilities of the 14.2x zoom. Although it is a supertelephoto zoom lens with a range up to 400mm, it's also the lightest in its class1, weighing only approximately 1.6 lbs (725 g), making it easy to carry when traveling.
This new lens also has a remarkably close minimum focus distance of only 7.8 in. (0.2m) at the maximum wide-angle position and 3.9 ft. (1.2m) at the maximum telephoto position. The maximum reproduction ratio of 0.35x lets users capture close-ups at short distances for food, flowers and animals. When shooting far away, users can fill the frame with their subject and still have a pleasing blurred background.
The Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR uses a stepping motor, which enables fast and quiet autofocusing, allowing rapid focus on moving subjects. The lens also features a vibration-reduction function with performance equivalent to 5.0 stops, which helps achieve sharp photos and stable video with ease, even when handheld.
Primary features of the Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR
- Covers a broad range of focal lengths-- from 28mm to 400mm, with a 14.2x zoom which is a first among Nikkor Z lenses.
- A minimum focus distance of 0.2 m at the maximum wide-angle position and a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.35x allow users to get closer to their subjects for dynamic expression.
- A total length of approx. 5.57 in. (141.5mm) and a weight of approx. 1.6lbs (725g)- the lightest lens in its class- make this an easy lens to carry and shoot hand-held.
- Stable VR performance equivalent to a 5.0-stop increase in shutter speed effectively reduces blurring in dimly lit surroundings and with hand-held shooting. When paired with a compatible camera,
- Synchro VR can be activated to achieve up to 5.5-stop stabilization by combining in-camera VR and lens VR.
- Stepping motor enables high-speed AF drive.
- Support for linear MF drive enables smooth focusing, which is especially useful for video shooting.
- Comes with a compact, square lens hood that combines superior performance and usability.
- Designed to be dust- and drip-resistant with thorough sealing on various portions including movable parts of the lens barrel to keep dust and water droplets from entering the lens.5
Price and Availability
The new Nikkor Z 28-400mm f4-8 VR lens will be available in mid-April for a suggested retail price of $1299.95. For more information about the latest Nikon products, including the vast collection of Nikkor Z lenses and the entire line of Z series cameras, visit Nikonusa.com.