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Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 vs 7artisans AF 40mm f/2.5

Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.5)
  • Our notes say it suits: Street photography, everyday carry, travel

Pick the 7artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

10 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 and the 7artisans AF 40mm f/2.5
Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 7artisans AF 40mm f/2.5
Brand
Nikon
7artisans
Max aperture
f/2 ⅔ stop faster
f/2.5
Weight
170 g
not listed
Length
45.5 mm
not listed
Diameter
70 mm
not listed
Filter thread
52 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.29 m
not listed
Max magnification
0.17×
not listed
Optical design
6 elements / 4 groups
not listed
Released
2021
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5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
40mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

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

Our notes

7artisans AF 40mm f/2.5

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