Nikon Z (DX/FX) Autofocus
Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE
- Focal length
- 40 mm
- Aperture
- f/2
- Weight
- 170 g
- Filter diameter
- 52 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 29 cm
- Length
- 45.5 mm
At a Glance
The Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE is a moderate wide-angle prime for Nikon Z on full frame. At only 170 g and 45.5 mm long it is compact. Its f/2 aperture and 29 cm minimum focus distance make it versatile. It suits street, reportage, everyday and travel photography.
Good for
- Street
- Reportage
- Everyday
- Travel
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Technical Specifications
- Min. focal length
- 40 mm
- Max. focal length
- 40 mm
- Max. aperture (min. zoom)
- f/2
- Max. aperture (max. zoom)
- f/2
- Min. aperture
- f/16
- Elements
- 6
- Groups
- 4
- Weight
- 170 g (0.37 lb)
- Filter diameter
- 52 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 29 cm (11.42 in)
- Max. magnification
- 1:5.9 (0.17×)
- Length
- 45.5 mm (1.79 in)
- Diameter
- 71.5 mm (2.81 in)
- Released
- January 2023
Manufacturer data: imaging.nikon.com, nikonusa.com
Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check
Which cameras does the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE fit?
The Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 60 mm in full-frame terms.
Nikon Z cameras
Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE compared
Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon Z lenses.
| Lens | Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE | Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 | TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 | Viltrox AF 40mm F2.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/2 | f/2 | f/2 | f/2.5 |
| Weight | 170 g | 170 g | 176 g | 180 g |
| Filter diameter | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 29 cm | 29 cm | 40 cm | 34 cm |
| Length | 45.5 mm | 45.5 mm | 46 mm | 55.9 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Image stabilization | no | no | no | no |
Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE: FAQ
Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE have autofocus?
Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE has autofocus.
Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE have image stabilization?
No, the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.
How much does the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE weigh?
The Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE weighs 170 g. It is 45.5 mm long with a diameter of 71.5 mm.
What filter size does the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE use?
The Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE takes 52 mm screw-in filters.
How close can the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE focus?
The minimum focus distance of the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE is 29 cm, measured from the sensor plane.
Is the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE a full-frame lens?
Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm F2 SE covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 60 mm in full-frame terms.
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