Super prime
featherweight.

photo of a photographer on a beach using the NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S on a Z series camera
  • S-LinePremium Optics
  • 400mmSuper-Telephoto Prime
  • 1160gLightweight
  • VRImage Stabilization
    (5.5 stops)2
  • f/4.5Maximum Aperture
  • FXFull-Frame Z Cameras


400mm.
Bring the action to you.

Prime image quality.

Nothing holding you back.

Form meets function.

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Technology

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    ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

    An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.

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    Super ED Glass

    Nikon has also developed Super ED glass featuring even lower dispersion properties and extremely high performance in reducing the secondary spectrum, to minimize chromatic aberration even further, as well as other lens aberrations.

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    Short-Wavelength Refractive Lens

    SR is a high- and specialized-dispersion glass lens that refracts light with wavelengths shorter than that of blue. By controlling short-wavelength light, the lens is able to achieve highly precise chromatic aberration compensation so that the colors in your images are more accurately reproduced. It also allows for more flexible optical designs, which allows for compact, lighter lenses to be designed.

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    Vibration Reduction

    A Nikon in-lens technology that improves image stability by automatically compensating for camera shake. Lenses that offer VR will feature the abbreviation VR on the lens barrel.

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    Stepping Motor

    NIKKOR Z lenses use a stepping motor for fast, accurate, smooth, quiet autofocus with reduced wobbling. This quiet drive system makes the lenses ideal for use when shooting video.

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    Fluorine Coat

    Photographers need gear that can withstand the elements. Nikon’s fluorine coat effectively repels dust, water droplets, grease or dirt, ensuring easy removal even when they adhere to the lens surface. Nikon’s fluorine coat endures a high frequency of lens surface wiping and its anti-reflective effect also contributes to the capture of clear images.

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    Nano Crystal Coat

    An anti-reflective coating developed by Nikon that virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections across a wide range of wavelengths. Nano Crystal Coat solves ghost effects caused by red light and effectively reduces ghost and flare caused by light entering the lens diagonally.

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    IF Lens

    A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing. Thus, IF NIKKORS do not change in size during AF operation, allowing for compact, lightweight lenses capable of closer focusing distances. These lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.

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    Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism

    An electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism in the lens barrel provides highly accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control when using auto exposure during continuous shooting.

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    A/M

    A/M stands for Auto-Priority Manual Mode. This mode also enables an easy transition from autofocus to manual during AF operation. However, mode switch sensitivity has been altered to reduce the possibility of sudden unintentional switching to manual focus while shooting.

1 Among f/4.5 and slower lenses, (at 1,160 grams, excluding tripod collar), including those with a focal length of 400mm, for interchangeable-lens cameras equipped with a full-frame (35mm equivalent) image sensor available as of June 29, 2022.

2 When combined with the Z 9, the effect of 6.0 stops is achieved with Synchro VR activation. An effect of 5.5 stops is achieved with the lens alone.

LCD, Video and Photo Gallery images are for illustrative purposes only

Tech Specs

  • Focal Length

    400mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/4.5
  • Format

    FX
  • Nano Crystal Coat

    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    4.1 in.104 mmx9.3 in.234.5 mmDistance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange Based on CIPA guidelines
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    41 oz.1160 g
  • Mount Type
    Nikon Z Mount
  • Focal Length
    400mm
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/4.5
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/32
  • Format
    FX
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    6° 10′
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.16x
  • Lens Elements
    19
  • Lens Groups
    13
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Nano Crystal Coat
    Yes
  • ED Glass Elements
    1
  • SR (Short-Wavelength Refractive) Elements
    1
  • Super ED Glass Elements
    2
  • Fluorine Coat
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    8.21 ft (2.5m) from focal plane
  • Focus Mode
    Auto/Manual
  • E-type
    Yes
  • Filter Size
    95mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Front: screw-in
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    4.1 in.104 mmx9.3 in.234.5 mmDistance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange Based on CIPA guidelines
  • Approx. Weight
    41 oz.1160 g
  • Lens Type
    Prime

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