Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE 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 SE 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, Z fc kit
Pick the 7artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
10 differences| Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE | 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 |
71.5 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 |
2022
|
not listed
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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 SE
Special-edition version of the Z 40mm f/2 with retro styling matched to the Z fc, introduced in 2022. It is a small, light normal prime.
Pros
- Compact
- f/2 aperture
- Retro styling
- Light at about 170g
Cons
- Relies on software distortion correction
- No in-lens stabilization
Our notes
7artisans AF 40mm f/2.5
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