Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S vs Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S and Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Name | Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S | Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20106 20106 |
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Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2007 |
| Release Date | 2021-10-28 | |
| MSRP | N/A | 9549 USD |
| Last known price | 2496 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper motor | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 75 cm | 290 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,38 | |
Aperture |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 100 mm F5,6 at 400 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | No information |
Optics |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Construction | 25 elements / 20 groups | 14 elements / 11 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 6 ED elements, 2 Super ED elements | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Focal Length | 100-400 mm | 400 mm |
| Zoom Range | 300 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
Yes
VR II |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5.5 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 98 mm | 159 mm |
| Length | 222 mm | 368 mm |
| Weight | 1355 gr | 4620 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
Nikon AF-S 400mm F2.8 G ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Drop-in Filter |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-103 | HK-33 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
