The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 40mm F2 and the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE 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 40mm F2 is the longer of the two lenses at 46mm. The Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE with a length of 43mm, is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE has a larger diameter of 72mm compared to the Nikon Z 40mm F2's 70mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 40mm F2 and Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 40mm F2 and the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE 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. Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE weighs 160g, 5% (10g) lighter than the Nikon Z 40mm F2's weight of 170g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 40mm F2 and the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE have the same Filter thread size of 52mm .
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon Z 40mm F2 and the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE has the same Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z .
Focal Range
Nikon Z 40mm F2 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 40mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
60mm .
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 28mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 42mm .
