Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G vs Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical

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Nikon

AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G

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Voigtlander

Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical

Verdict at a glance

Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical is faster by 1 stop (f/2.0 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.

Specification comparison
Spec	AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G	Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical
Brand	Nikon	Voigtlander
Mount	Nikon F	Nikon F
Type	Macro	Prime
Focal length	40mm	40mm
Max aperture	f/2.8	f/2.0 (faster)
Released	2011	n/a
Blades	7	9
Format	aps-c	n/a
Groups	7	5
Af motor	SWM	none
Elements	9	6
Weight g	235.0	n/a
Filter mm	52	52
Length mm	64.5	n/a
Diameter mm	68.5	n/a
Min focus m	0.163 (closer focusing)	0.25
Max magnification	1.0	n/a

Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G

A DX macro lens from 2011 that reaches 1:1 and focuses as close as 0.163m. It is light, at 235g.

Pros

1:1 magnification
Light at 235g
Silent Wave Motor
Close focus of 0.163m

Cons

Short working distance
DX only
Plastic build

Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical

A 40mm f/2 fast standard prime lens, the Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL IIS Aspherical is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with aspherical elements. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

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