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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2

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Overview
ReleasedApril 2025September 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length28–135 mm40 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical construction18 elements in 13 groupsSix elements in four groups
Special elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elementsTwo aspherical elements
Aperture detail–f/2 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
CoatingsMeso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the front element–
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75° to 18°10′; DX 53° to 12°FX 57°; DX 38°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
Compatibility–Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.34 m0.29 m
Maximum magnification0.25×0.17×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor autofocus and internal focusingQuiet stepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon UK
Focus distance detailMinimum focal-plane distances of 0.34 m at 28, 35 and 50 mm; 0.39 m at 70 mm; 0.43 m at 85 mm; 0.49 m at 105 mm; 0.57 m at 135 mmInternal focusing; minimum 0.29 m measured from focal plane; barrel length remains constant while focusing
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mmMaximum reproduction ratio 0.17×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World; camera stabilisation depends on the bodyNo lens optical VR; compatible cameras can provide in-body stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBIS
Video featuresFocus-breathing suppression, linear manual-focus support and power zoom; Hi-Res Zoom synchronisation requires a supported camera and suitable firmwareNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet focusing and silent aperture control through the control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter95 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter105 mm70 mm
Length177.5 mm45.5 mm
Weight1,210 g170 g
ControlsZoom rocker, electronically coupled zoom and focus rings, customisable control ring, two L-Fn buttons and A–M switch; no mechanically driven manual zoom ringOne programmable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the camera
Zoom designInternal power zoom with eleven selectable speeds on compatible cameras; adjustable zoom-ring direction and rotation angle, with firmware and camera compatibility requirements–
Filter detail95 mm screw-in filter thread; HB-116 rectangular hood has a filter adjustment window52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every conditionNikon states dust- and drip-resistant sealing, but explicitly does not guarantee resistance in all conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flangeStandard version approximately 70 × 45.5 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 45.5 mm, measured from lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 1,210 g including tripod collar, used in the main specifications; approximately 1,120 g without itApproximately 170 g for either finish
Lens hood–Not included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hood
Tripod mountTripod collar with removable foot–
In the boxLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or case
Release detailNikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-sale dateSeptember 2021 UK launch coverage gives September 30 availability, while Nikon USA specifies later that autumn. Month precision is retained. The later SE changes the exterior finish and diameter, with the same optical specification

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