Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR vs Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR and Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR | Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR | Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20071 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Release Year | 2018 | 2022 |
| Release Date | 2018-01-09 | 2022-01-19 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 12396 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
SuperzoomTelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC 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 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Ring-Type Ultrasonic | Voice Coil Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 200 cm | 250 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,25 | 0,23 |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Maximum Aperture | F4 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Construction | 27 elements / 19 groups | 25 elements / 19 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 fluorite + 8 ED elements and Nano Crystal + Super Intergrated + fluorine coatings | 2 Fluorite elements, 2 ED glass, 1 Super ED, 1 SR (Short wavelength refractive) |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Focal Length | 180-400 mm | 400 mm |
| Zoom Range | 220 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | Yes | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | 1.4x | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | 5.5 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 128 mm | 156 mm |
| Length | 363 mm | 380 mm |
| Weight | 3500 gr | 2950 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 180-400mm F4 E TC1.4 FL ED VR |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Drop-in Filter |
| Filter Diameter | 40 mm | 46 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-41 | HK-42 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
