Nikon has announced its first ultra-wide zoom for full-frame mirrorless system: NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S Lens. This compact lens weighs just 485g (17oz) and supports screw-in (82mm) filters, a rarity for this type of lens. The NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S lens will be available in the spring for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $1,299.95. You can check pre-order options at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon.
- Lightweight and Ultra-Portable: At just 3.5-inches long when retracted, and weighing only 485g/1.07lbs, the NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S is approximately 28.6% lighter and 32% shorter than the popular AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR, and approximately 51.5% lighter and 35% shorter than the tried-and-true AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED for the F mount.
- Uncompromising Optics: Featuring a new optical formula that utilizes four Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) elements and four aspherical elements, the 14-30mm f/4 offers unparalleled control of distortion and chromatic aberration. Additionally, the use of Nikon’s anti-reflective Nano Crystal Coat effectively reduces ghosting and flare, delivering clearer images that maintain contrast in challenging lighting situations.
- Filter Attachable: For the first time on a 14mm FX-format (full-frame) lens1, photographers will be able to attach various types of screw-on filters (82mm) to the front of this ultra-wide-angle lens, infinitely expanding the creative possibilities of the NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S for landscape and cityscape photographers, videographers and more.
- Stepping Motor Technology: Featuring the latest Nikon Stepping Motor (STM) technology, the new lens provides smooth, fast and quiet AF performance—ideal for photographers shooting in sensitive environments, as well as videographers who must avoid focus noise in productions.
- Control Ring: As with the rest of the S-Line of NIKKOR Z lenses, the 14-30mm f/4 includes a customizable control ring that can be assigned to manual focusing, exposure compensation or aperture control depending on personal preference or shooting situation, maintaining different custom settings when in photo and video mode.
- Fully Compatible with In-Camera 5-Axis VR: To help ensure the sharpest possible images and most stable video, the new NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S is fully compatible with the in-body 5-axis VR found in the Nikon Z 6 and Z 7, providing up to 5 stops2 of image stabilization without adding to the size or weight of the lens itself.
- Optimized Video Performance: In addition to the speedy and near-silent stepping motor technology and customizable control ring, the lens reduces focus breathing, preventing the angle of view from changing unintentionally when adjusting focus.
- Reliability: The NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S is designed with consideration to dust and drip resistance, and features a fluorine coat that effectively repels dust, water droplets, grease and dirt.
Principal specifications | |
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Lens type | Zoom lens |
Max Format size | 35mm FF |
Focal length | 14–30 mm |
Image stabilization | No |
Lens mount | Nikon Z |
Aperture | |
Maximum aperture | F4 |
Minimum aperture | F22 |
Aperture ring | No |
Number of diaphragm blades | 7 |
Optics | |
Elements | 14 |
Groups | 12 |
Special elements / coatings | 4 ED and 4 aspherical elements + Nano Crystal Coat |
Focus | |
Minimum focus | 0.28 m (11.02″) |
Maximum magnification | 0.16× |
Autofocus | Yes |
Motor type | Stepper motor |
Full time manual | Yes |
Focus method | Internal |
Distance scale | No |
DoF scale | No |
Physical | |
Weight | 485 g (1.07 lb) |
Diameter | 89 mm (3.5″) |
Length | 85 mm (3.35″) |
Materials | Magnesium alloy |
Sealing | Yes |
Colour | Black |
Zoom method | Rotary (extending) |
Power zoom | No |
Zoom lock | No |
Filter thread | 82 mm |
Hood supplied | Yes |
Tripod collar | No |