The Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S is a compact, lightweight S-Line super-telephoto prime for Nikon Z-mount cameras — delivering 400mm at just 1245g with 17-element optics including SR and ED glass, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings, up to 5.5-stop VR (6 stops with IBIS), multi-focus autofocus, teleconverter compatibility to 560mm/800mm, a customisable control ring, and full weather sealing. A breakthrough 400mm prime for wildlife, birding, sports, and aviation photographers. Available at Foto Discount World, Pretoria.
400mm super-telephoto focal length with f/4.5 maximum aperture
Nikon S-Line designation — highest optical performance standard in the Z lens range
Compact and lightweight at just 1245g — dramatically lighter than traditional 400mm f/4 primes
SR (Short-wavelength Refractive) element + 4 ED glass elements for outstanding sharpness and aberration control
Nano Crystal Coat and ARNEO Coat to minimise ghosting and flare in backlit and mixed light
Vibration Reduction (VR): up to 5.5 stops (up to 6 stops with IBIS-equipped bodies)
Multi-focus autofocus system for fast, accurate tracking at 400mm
Compatible with Nikon Z Teleconverters: TC-1.4x (→560mm) and TC-2.0x (→800mm)
95mm filter thread
9-blade rounded aperture diaphragm
Weather-sealed construction for demanding outdoor use
Customisable control ring (aperture, exposure compensation, or ISO)
Compatible with all Nikon Z-mount cameras (Z8, Z9, Z6 III, Zf, and more)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S Lens
Lens Hood HB-102
Front Lens Cap
Rear Lens Cap LF-N1
Lens Pouch CL-C4
Owner’s Manual and Warranty Card
Model: Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S
Lens Mount: Nikon Z Mount (FX format)
Focal Length: 400mm
Maximum Aperture: f/4.5
Minimum Aperture: f/32
Optical Construction: 17 elements in 12 groups (incl. 1 SR element and 4 ED elements)
Angle of View (FX): 6°10’
Autofocus System: Multi-focus (STM motors)
Image Stabilisation: VR — up to 5.5 stops (up to 6 stops with IBIS-equipped bodies)
Minimum Focusing Distance: 2.5m
Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 0.2x
Filter Thread: 95mm
Aperture Blades: 9 (rounded)
Nano Crystal Coat: Yes
ARNEO Coat: Yes
Control Ring: Yes (customisable — aperture, exposure compensation, or ISO)
Teleconverter Compatible: Yes — Z TC-1.4x (→ 560mm f/6.3), Z TC-2.0x (→ 800mm f/9)
Weather Sealing: Yes
Dimensions: Approx. 102mm (diameter) × 272mm (length)
Weight: Approx. 1245g
MPN: JMA802DA
Country of Origin: Japan
HS Code: 9002.10.90