The NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S is an ultra-wide zoom for Nikon‘s FX-format Z-series mirrorless system. In regard to the optical design, the lens features four extra-low dispersion elements and four aspherical elements, which reduce a variety of aberrations and distortion to produce imagery with high sharpness, clarity, and accurate color rendering. A programmable control ring can be set for intuitive adjustment over a variety of camera and exposure settings. Additionally, the lens has a button-less retractable barrel to realize a more compact form factor when not in use. Constant f/4 maximum aperture affords consistent performance throughout the zoom range and also contributes to the relatively lightweight design and compact form factor. Four extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to produce greater clarity and color rendering. Stepping motor delivers impressively smooth, quiet, and fast autofocus performance that is well-suited to both stills and video applications. Full-time manual focus override is also possible and an internal focusing design is used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, to maintain the overall length of the lens during use and to promote faster-focusing speeds. Specialized electromagnetic aperture mechanism provides greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with fast continuous shooting rates. Exposed elements feature a fluorine coating that affords protection to the optical system against dust, grease, and water droplets.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm F/4 S Specs
Focal Length | 14 to 30mm |
Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
Format Compatibility | Full-Frame |
Angle of View | 114° to 72° |
Maximum Magnification | 0.16x |
Minimum Focus Distance | 11.02" / 28 cm |
Optical Design | 14 Elements in 12 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | None |
Filter Size | 82 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.5 x 3.35" / 89 x 85 mm |
Weight | 1.1 lb / 485 g |