Nikon Z 14-30mm f/4 S Review

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S Specifications

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length14-30mm
Mount TypeNikon Z
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)Full Frame / APS-C
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.16x
Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/4
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)90°
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)50°
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)114°
Minimum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)72°
Optical Information
Lens Elements14
Lens Groups12
Diaphragm Blades7 (Rounded)
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements4
Aspherical Elements4
Nano Crystal CoatYes
Super Integrated Coat (SIC)Yes
Fluorine CoatingYes
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Stepper Motor (STM)Yes
Internal FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.28m
Electronic DiaphragmYes
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size82mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions89.0mm x 85.0mm
Weight485g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied AccessoriesLC-82B 82 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-N1 Rear Lens Cap, HB-86 Bayonet Hood, CL-C1 Lens Case

On the next page, we cover the 14-30mm f/4’s image quality, from sharpness to vignetting and distortion. In truth, for a couple reasons that will soon be clear, this lens has been unusually tricky to analyze.

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