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NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) Lens

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$241.94 $326.95 In stock

Category: Mirrorless Lenses for Nikon

Our fast 40mm prime with a cool retro design.

The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) Lens is a fast and versatile prime lens that is perfect for street, documentary, and travel photography. With its compact size and intuitive controls, the 40mm f/2 is a joy to shoot with, while its classic design looks great on any Z camera. This special edition lens features great low-light performance, beautiful bokeh, and a natural angle of view, making it a truly special 40mm prime.

Stylish point of view on any Z series camera.

With its fast f/2 maximum aperture, the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) is a versatile standard prime lens that is great for a variety of shooting situations. On full-frame/FX format cameras, it covers the sweet spot between 35mm and 50mm, making it ideal for everything from portraits to street photography. On APS-C size/DX format cameras, it delivers a 60mm* field of view, making it ideal for close-up shots and candids. Whether you're shooting stills or video, the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) is a great all-around lens that will help you capture stunning images and videos.

Shoot after hours.

With its fast f/2 aperture, this lens lets you capture stunning images in dimly lit situations with clarity and sharpness. And thanks to its shallow depth of field, you can easily blur the background to focus on your subject.

Get in close.

With its fast f/2.0 aperture, the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 lens is perfect forlow-light shooting and capturing small details. Whether you're shootingfood, plants or other close subjects, this lens lets you get in close (asa close as 0.96 ft.) to your subject andreveal tiny details that would otherwise be hidden. The wide aperturealso makes it easy to create shallow depth-of-field effects, for portraitsthat pop or other shots where you want to draw attention to a specificpart of the scene.

Dramatic depth.

With the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) Lens, you can make your subject stand out against a beautifully blurred background. The shallow depth of field of f/2 is enhanced by the lens' 9 rounded blade diaphragm, creating a natural bokeh effect. This makes it perfect for Portrait and street photography.

Nothing weighing you down.

With a compact design that's just 1.8 inches long and 6 ounces, this lens is perfect for carrying around all day without weighing you down. Plus, it doesn't extend or retract, so it's always ready to go.

Great for video.

With its natural field of view, suppressed focus breathing, near-silent autofocus and a 9-rounded-blade iris that can be smoothly opened and closed using the click-less control ring, the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) is outstanding for videos of all types, from vlogs to cinematic films.

Fast, reliable focus.

With its new high-torque stepping motor, it operates at blazing fast speeds in near silence, making it perfect for both video and still photography. Whether you're using Eye-Detection AF or continuous subject tracking, this lens is sure to impress.

Customizable control.

The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) Lens is a high-performance lens that is perfect for precision shooting. The smooth click-less control ring can be customized for the way you shoot, making it easy to adjust aperture, ISO or exposure compensation. The lens also features a durable construction that is built to last.

Dust and drip resistant.

The lens barrel and all moving parts are carefully designed to resist dust and water, making it perfect for outdoor photography. The lens also features a special seal that prevents dust and water droplets from entering the lens, ensuring that your images are always clear and sharp.

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Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Benjamin ★★★★★

The f/2 aperture is exactly what I needed for dim evening street shots—it lets in so much light without the bulk of a zoom. Slips into my bag like it’s not even there, and the focus ring has a nice, tactile resistance that makes manual adjustments feel deliberate.

Joseph Z. ★★★★★

The retro styling caught my eye, but the fast f/2 aperture is what keeps me taking it out for evening street shots. It’s impressively compact, so it slides into my bag without adding bulk.

James ★★★★★

The retro styling looks even better in person, and it’s incredibly sharp wide open—makes grabbing candid street shots feel effortless. Autofocus is snappy and silent, which is exactly what I needed for quiet travel photography.