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Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonAF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8GNikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2011March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length40 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/22
Macro lensYes–
Optical constructionNine elements in seven groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elements–One ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detailf/2.8 maximum aperture at infinity; Nikon notes the effective aperture becomes smaller at close focus, with camera exposure and displayed aperture automatically compensatedf/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewDX 38°50′; angle of view equivalent to 60 mm on FXFX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleAPS-CFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens designed for DXNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Teleconverter support–Compatible with Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4× and TC-2.0×
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.163 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification1×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailUltrasonic motor with manual focusing available; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.163 m from the focal plane at life-size reproduction. Digital Camera World reports a 3.5 cm working distance from the lens front at maximum magnification; the barrel extends when focusing closerDistances from focal plane; 0.38 m at 70/85 mm, 0.5 m at 105 mm, 0.6 m at 135 mm and 0.8 m at 200 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 1× life-size reproductionMaximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsMaker six-stop claim under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch/roll testing with Z6III, Synchro VR enabled, at telephoto end in Normal mode; support depends on camera
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter52 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter68.5 mm90 mm
Length64.5 mm208 mm
Weight235 g998 g
ControlsFocus ring and distance window; focus limiter selects the full infinity–0.163 m range or infinity–0.2 mAF/manual switch, programmable function controls and focus limiter FULL (infinity–0.38 m) or LIMIT (infinity–5 m); control-ring clicking requires compatible camera/firmware
Zoom design–Internal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Filter detail52 mm screw-in filters; ePHOTOzine reports the thread does not rotate during focusing–
Weather resistanceePHOTOzine identifies a mount gasket but explicitly notes no weather-resistance claim; no general rating is assignedDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 68.5 mm maximum diameter × 64.5 mm from the mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 998 g without tripod collar ring or 1180 g with it
Tripod mount–Removable collar with Arca-Swiss screw-clamp foot; maker advises against lever clamps. Protective collar cover included.
Lens hood–HB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-52 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-61 bayonet hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailNikon Japan records 25 August 2011 availabilityUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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