Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) vs Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE)
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for budget and street — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) | Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 28mm | 40mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE) opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) (28mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE) (40mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE)See price on Amazon
Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE)See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) and the Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE)?
The Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) is 28mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE) is 40mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) or the Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE)?
The Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE) — its f/2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) and Nikon Z 40mm f/2 (SE) fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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