Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/6.3).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S has a better min focus distance (270 cm vs 600 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S has a better price (msrp) ($6,499 vs $13,999).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S has a better length (368mm vs 622mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S has a better weight (2350g (5.18 lb) vs 3440g (7.58 lb)).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 400mm | 800mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | − | − |
| Optical Groups | − | − |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/6.3 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/32 |
| 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 | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | Yes |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 270 cm | 600 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.16x | 0.15x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $13,999 | $6,499 |
| Filter Size | 40mm | 46mm |
| Diameter | 155mm | 168mm |
| Length | 368mm | 622mm |
| Weight | 3440g (7.58 lb) | 2350g (5.18 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | Yes |
