Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/4.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena has a better length (139.5mm vs 222mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena has a better weight (995g (2.19 lb) vs 1355g (2.99 lb)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena has a better aperture blades (11 vs 9).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S has a better max magnification (0.38x vs 0.2x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 100-400mm | 135mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 25 | 16 |
| Optical Groups | 20 | 14 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 24° – 6.2° | 18° – 18° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 75 cm | 82 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.38x | 0.2x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,699 | $2,499 |
| Filter Size | 77mm | 82mm |
| Diameter | 98mm | 98mm |
| Length | 222mm | 139.5mm |
| Weight | 1355g (2.99 lb) | 995g (2.19 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | No |
