Lens Details
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR
$1,299~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: March 22, 2024
Highlights
- A full-frame 28-400mm f/4 zoom for Nikon Z — a versatile everyday option.
- A f/4 maximum aperture and standard focal length make it a practical everyday choice.
- Optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is moderately sized at 725g.
Who it's for
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR is a 28-400mm f/4 zoom lens — a super-telephoto option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Wildlife, sports and distant subjects — reach to 400mm.
- ✓Everyday, travel and events — a versatile 28-400mm walkaround range.
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
Keep in mind
- !Aperture tops out at f/4 — less low-light headroom and background blur than faster lenses.
28-400mm
Focal Length
f/4
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
○
Stabilized
725g
Weight
77mm
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Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 28-400mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 21 |
| Optical Groups | 15 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 75° – 6° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 50 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.33x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $1,299 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Diameter | 84mm |
| Length | 121.5mm |
| Weight | 725g (1.60 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
