Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
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| Maker | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Lens mount | Z-mount |
| Technical data | |
| Type | Zoom |
| Focus drive | 2 × stepping motors |
| Focal length | 100-400mm |
| Image format | FX (full frame) |
| Aperture (max/min) | f/4.5–32 (wide) f/5.6–40 (tele) |
| Close focus distance | 0.75m (wide) 0.98m (tele) |
| Max. magnification | 1:2.6 |
| Diaphragm blades | 9 (rounded) |
| Construction | 25 elements in 20 groups |
| Features | |
| Lens-based stabilization |  Yes |
| Macro capable |  No |
| Unique features | S-Line lens Nano Crystal Coat and ARNEO Coat elements Fluorine-coated front element OLED screen |
| Application | Super-telephoto zoom |
| Physical | |
| Max. length | 222 mm |
| Diameter | 98 mm |
| Weight | 1435 g (w/ tripod collar) 1355 g |
| Filter diameter | 77 mm |
| Software | |
| Latest firmware | 1.10 (as of 26 April 2022) |
| User flashable | Yes |
| Lens ID | 28 |
| Accessories | |
| Lens hood | HB-103 (bayonet) |
| Case | CL-C3 |
| Angle of view | |
| Diagonal | 24°20'–6°10' (FX) 16°–4° (DX) |
| History | |
| Introduction | October 2021 |
| Retail info | |
| MSRP | $2699.95 USD (as of 2021) |
| References | |
| [1] | |
The Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400 mm f/4.5–5.6 VR S is a full-frame super-telephoto zoom lens with a variable aperture of f/4.5–5.6, manufactured by Nikon for use on Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras.
Introduction
The lens was introduced on October 28, 2021 (along with the Nikkor Z 24-120 mm f/4 S and FTZ II mount adapter).[2][3][4] The lens comes with a bayonet-type lens hood (HB-103).[5] The lens is compatible with teleconverters Z TC-1.4x and Z TC-2.0x.[6][7][5]
Spencer Cox of Photography Life called the lens "one of the best telephotos for Nikon mirrorless shooters" as of review publication date, highlighting very strong optics and a useful combination of focal length, build and image quality.[8] Ryan Mense of PetaPixel described it as "an impressive piece of glass that can produce high-quality images in any lighting situation", with the close focusing ability and support for teleconverters making the lens a versatile addition to anyone's kit.[9]
Features
- 100-400 mm focal length (approximately equivalent field of view of a 150-600 mm lens when used on a DX format camera)
- Autofocus using two high-speed stepping motors (STM), dedicated focus-by-wire manual focus ring
- 25 elements in 20 groups (including 6 ED glass, 2 Super ED, elements with Nano Crystal Coat and ARNEO Coat, and a fluorine-coated front lens element)
- 9-blade rounded diaphragm
- Vibration Reduction (VR) optical stabilization
- Internal focusing (IF lens)
- Multi-function OLED display ("lens information panel"), capable of showing aperture, focus distance and depth of field information
- One customizable control ring at the back (aperture, ISO and exposure compensation functions can be assigned to it)
- One L-Fn and four L-Fn2 customizable buttons for a total of 2 assignable functions
- A/M switch for autofocus/manual focus modes
- Focus limiter switch (full and infinity - 3 m)
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With lens hood attached
Sample images
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At 130 mm, f/8 -
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At 300 mm, f/5.3 -
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At 330 mm, f/10 -
At 400 mm, f/6.3
See also
References
- ^ "NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S specifications". imaging.nikon.com. Nikon Corporation. Retrieved 2025-09-28.
- ^ "Nikon releases the NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S, NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S and Mount Adapter FTZ II". nikon.com. Nikon Corporation. 2021-10-28. Retrieved 2025-09-28.
- ^ Rose, Carey (2021-10-28). "Nikon announces Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S telephoto zoom". dpreview.com. DPReview. Retrieved 2025-09-28.
- ^ Gray, Jeremy (2021-10-28). "Nikon announces 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S, 24-120mm f/4 S, 400mm f/2.8 & more for Nikon Z system". imaging-resource.com. Imaging Resource. Retrieved 2025-09-28.
- ^ a b Hogan, Thom (2022-05-08). "Nikon 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 Lens Review". zsystemuser.com. Thom Hogan. Retrieved 2025-09-28.
- ^ "Z Teleconverters TC-1.4x and TC-2.0x Q&A - Nikon Knowledge Base". Nikon. 2024-10-15. Retrieved 2025-01-21.
- ^ Dautlich, Nick (2023-12-20). "Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Review". parkcameras.com. Park Cameras. Retrieved 2025-09-28.
- ^ Cox, Spencer (2024-01-28). "Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Review". photographylife.com. Photography Life. Retrieved 2025-09-28.
- ^ Mense, Ryan (2022-03-17). "Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Review: Stellar Optics and Speed". petapixel.com. PetaPixel. Retrieved 2025-09-28.
External links
Official sites
- Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S product page at Nikon USA's Website
- Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S on imaging.nikon.com