The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC and the Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC is the longer of the two lenses at 380mm. The Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM with a length of 359mm, is 21mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM has a larger diameter of 158mm compared to the Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC's 156mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC and Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC and the Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM weighs 2895g, 1% (55g) lighter than the Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC's weight of 2950g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC has a filter size of 46mm whereas the Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM has a 41mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 46mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC:
And these are the 41mm filters that we recommend for the Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 400mm F2.8 TC has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
400mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
