Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S vs Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S and Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S.
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Product |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Name | Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S | Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S | Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20106 20106 |
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Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2021 |
| Release Date | 2022-01-19 | 2021-10-28 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 2496 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Lens Type | SuperzoomTelephoto |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Voice Coil Motor | Stepper motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 250 cm | 75 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,23 | 0,38 |
Aperture |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
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 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Construction | 25 elements / 19 groups | 25 elements / 20 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 2 Fluorite elements, 2 ED glass, 1 Super ED, 1 SR (Short wavelength refractive) | 6 ED elements, 2 Super ED elements |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Focal Length | 400 mm | 100-400 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
300 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5.5 stops | 5.5 stops |
Physical |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 156 mm | 98 mm |
| Length | 380 mm | 222 mm |
| Weight | 2950 gr | 1355 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S |
Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 46 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-42 | HB-103 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
