Nikon announces 28-400mm zoom lens for Z-mount
Nikon has announced the Nikkor Z 28-400mm F4-8 VR, a 'superzoom' lens with a 14.2x zoom range.
The 28-400mm F4-8 is made up of 21 lens elements in 15 groups, which includes three aspherical and four ED lens elements, alongside nine aperture blades. It has a close focus distance of 0.2m at 28mm and 1.2m at 400mm, and uses a 77mm filter thread.
The lens also includes Nikon's vibration reduction (VR) technology, which offers 5 stops of image stabilisation at 400mm, and up to 5.5 stops using Nikon's Synchro VR technology when paired with select Nikon cameras, including the Z8 and Z9, that feature in-body stabilisation. Additionally, a stepping motor powers the AF, and manual focus includes support for a linear focus response.
The lens weighs 725g, and is 85mm in diameter and 142mm long in its closed form. It's also dust and drip-resistant.
The Nikkor Z 28-400mm F4-8 VR is available for pre-order now, and will set you back $2,199. You can find out more on the Nikon website.