Versatile Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Z-Mount Cameras

Overview

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S is a highly versatile telephoto zoom lens designed for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras. With its wide focal range, this lens is ideal for capturing a broad spectrum of subjects, from distant wildlife to fast-paced sports, and even detailed landscapes. As part of Nikon's S-line, it is engineered to deliver exceptional optical performance, precise autofocus, and durability in a lightweight and weather-sealed body, making it a valuable tool for both professional photographers and enthusiasts.

Key Features

Extensive Telephoto Zoom Range

• 100-400mm Focal Length: Provides a broad zoom range that is perfect for capturing distant subjects with excellent detail. This range offers significant flexibility for photographers, covering everything from wildlife to sports and action photography.
• Variable f/4.5-5.6 Aperture: Balances reach and portability, allowing for a relatively lightweight design without compromising on image quality.

Superior Optical Quality

• Advanced Optical Construction: The lens features 25 elements in 20 groups, including 6 ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements and 2 Super ED elements. These elements work together to minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing, ensuring sharp, high-contrast images throughout the zoom range.
• Nano Crystal and ARNEO Coatings: Nikon's advanced coatings help to significantly reduce ghosting and flare, delivering clear and vivid images even in challenging lighting conditions.

Vibration Reduction (VR) System

• Enhanced VR Image Stabilization: The built-in Vibration Reduction system provides up to 5.5 stops of image stabilization, allowing photographers to shoot handheld with confidence, even at slower shutter speeds and maximum zoom.

Fast and Precise Autofocus

• Dual-Motor Multi-Focus System: This lens features a high-speed, accurate autofocus system driven by dual motors, ensuring quick and reliable focus acquisition, even when tracking fast-moving subjects.
• Silent and Smooth AF: The stepping motor (STM) delivers near-silent autofocus, making it ideal for video recording as well as still photography.

Professional Build and Design

• Weather-Sealed Construction: Designed for professional use, the lens is extensively sealed against dust and moisture, ensuring reliable performance in a variety of shooting environments.
• Lightweight and Balanced: Despite its powerful zoom capabilities, the lens is designed to be lightweight (approximately 1,355g / 3.0 lbs), making it easier to handle during extended shooting sessions.

Specifications

• Model: Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
• Mount: Nikon Z-Mount
• Focal Length: 100-400mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/4.5-5.6
• Minimum Aperture: f/32-40
• Lens Construction: 25 elements in 20 groups (including 6 ED and 2 Super ED elements)
• Angle of View: 24° to 6° 10'
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.75m (2.46 ft) at 100mm, 0.98m (3.22 ft) at 400mm
• Maximum Magnification: 0.38x
• Filter Size: 77mm
• Dimensions: 98mm diameter x 222mm length
• Weight: 1,355g (3.0 lbs)

Additional Benefits

Versatile Performance

• Ideal for a Wide Range of Photography: The extensive zoom range and advanced features make this lens perfect for wildlife, sports, portrait, and landscape photography.
• Exceptional Image Quality: The combination of advanced optical elements and coatings ensures that images are sharp, clear, and free from common aberrations, even at the edges of the frame.