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Black telephoto zoom lens with silver accents and Z-mount base

Nikon Global

Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S camera lens 20106

SKU CH-W8SE-2JVV3

A telephoto zoom covering 100 to 400 mm with f/4.5 to 5.6 aperture, vibration reduction, and Super ED glass for sharp sports and wildlife shots

  • Product typeTelephoto Lens
  • Versatile 100-400mm range covers sports and wildlife
  • Bright f/4.5-5.6 aperture enables low-light shooting
  • Six Super ED plus two ED elements eliminate chromatic aberration
  • ARNEO and Nano Crystal coatings suppress ghosting and flare
  • Multi-focus stepping motor delivers fast, accurate autofocus

Telephoto Reach for Sports and Wildlife

The NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S covers a broad telephoto range in a relatively lightweight and compact design. It is built for photographers tracking fast-moving subjects such as athletes or animals. The lens uses Inner Balance technology to maintain stability when shooting atop a gimbal head.

Optical Build and Handling

Six Super ED and two ED glass elements eliminate chromatic aberrations and colour fringing throughout the zoom range. ARNEO and Nano Crystal coatings suppress ghosting, reflections and flare in strong or backlit conditions. A programmable control ring and multi-focus stepping motor AF system provide responsive manual and automatic control.

Variable Aperture Constraints

The maximum aperture shifts from f/4.5 at 100mm to f/5.6 at 400mm, limiting light gathering at full extension. This affects depth-of-field control and low-light shutter speeds compared to constant-aperture alternatives. The minimum aperture reaches f/40 for extended depth of field when required.

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Price $1,949.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

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Product typeTelephoto Lens

Questions about this item

What focal range does the Z-mount 100-400mm cover on an FX-format body?

It covers 100 mm to 400 mm on FX-format Z-mount cameras, maintaining the full field of view without crop factor.

What is the filter thread diameter for the 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S?

The front filter thread measures 40 mm, so standard 40 mm circular filters screw on directly.

How do you attach the lens to a Z-mount body and what step is often missed?

Align the white mounting index on the lens barrel with the dot on the camera mount, twist until it clicks, then remove the rear cap before shooting.

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