Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II has a better min focus distance (50 cm vs 75 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S has a better max magnification (0.38x vs 0.25x).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S has a better price (msrp) ($2,699 vs $2,999).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II has a better weight (1250g (2.76 lb) vs 1355g (2.99 lb)).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 100-400mm | 70-200mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 25 | − |
| Optical Groups | 20 | − |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 24° – 6.2° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | Yes |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 75 cm | 50 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.38x | 0.25x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | Yes |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,699 | $2,999 |
| Filter Size | 77mm | 77mm |
| Diameter | 98mm | 89mm |
| Length | 222mm | 206mm |
| Weight | 1355g (2.99 lb) | 1250g (2.76 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | Yes |
