Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 has a better maximum aperture (f/2 vs f/3.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR has a better length (32mm vs 45.5mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR has a better weight (135g (4.8 oz) vs 170g (6.0 oz)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR has a better price (msrp) ($249 vs $299).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR has a better min focus distance (25 cm vs 29 cm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 40mm | 16-50mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 8 | 11 |
| Optical Groups | 7 | 8 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 | f/3.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | 24-75mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 29 cm | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 0.2x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | Yes |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $299 | $249 |
| Filter Size | 52mm | 46mm |
| Diameter | 70mm | 70mm |
| Length | 45.5mm | 32mm |
| Weight | 170g (6.0 oz) | 135g (4.8 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
