Skip to content
Menu

Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE vs Voigtlander Septon 40mm F2 Aspherical

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

Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 35 g lighter (170 g vs 205 g)
  • Our notes say it suits: Street photography, everyday carry, Z fc kit

Pick the Voigtlander Septon 40mm F2 Aspherical if

  • You want a compact lens: 32 mm vs 45.5 mm long

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE and the Voigtlander Septon 40mm F2 Aspherical
Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE Voigtlander Septon 40mm F2 Aspherical
Brand
Nikon
Voigtlander
Format
Full frame
not listed
Weight
170 g lighter
205 g
Length
45.5 mm
32 mm shorter
Diameter
71.5 mm
68.3 mm slimmer
Min focus distance
0.29 m closer
0.3 m
Max magnification
0.17×
0.19× larger
Aperture blades
not listed
10
Optical design
6 elements / 4 groups
7 elements / 6 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2022
not listed
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, max aperture, filter thread, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
40mm both
Max aperture
f/2 both
Filter thread
52 mm 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

Voigtlander Septon 40mm F2 Aspherical

More comparisons

Compare other lenses or browse our best-of guides.