Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 vs Nikon Nikkor Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 is faster by 1 stop (f/2.0 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 is lighter by 460g.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 goes wider (40mm vs 105mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S reaches further (105mm vs 40mm).
| Spec | Nikkor Z 40mm F2 | Nikkor Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 40mm (wider) | 105mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.0 (faster) | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2021 | 2021 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 4 | 11 |
| Elements | 6 | 16 |
| Weight g | 170.0 (lighter) | 630.0 |
| Filter mm | 52 | 62 |
| Length mm | 45.5 | 140.0 |
| Diameter mm | 70.0 | 85.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.29 | 0.29 |
| Max magnification | 0.172 | 1.0 |
| Stabilized | n/a | Yes |
Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2
A compact, lightweight standard prime for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with a stepping focus motor.
Pros
- Small and light (170 g)
- f/2 aperture
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Not an S-Line lens
- Not as bright as f/1.2-f/1.8 primes
Nikon Nikkor Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S
The Nikkor Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S is a 1:1 macro lens for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with vibration reduction. It doubles as a medium-telephoto portrait lens.
Pros
- 1:1 magnification
- Vibration reduction
- Sharp S-Line optics
- Weather-sealed
Cons
- Large and heavy (630 g)
- Specialized