(Refurbished Excellent) Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 - Z-mount Camera Lens

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 is a versatile and lightweight standard prime lens designed for Nikon’s Z‑mount mirrorless system, compatible with both FX (full‑frame) and DX (APS‑C) format cameras. Boasting a 40 mm focal length and a fast f/2 maximum aperture, this lens delivers a natural field of view that’s ideal for a wide range of shooting scenarios — from everyday snapshots and street scenes to candid portraits and travel photography.

Weighing approximately 170 g with a compact barrel (~45.5 mm long), the lens is extremely portable and balanced, making it easy to carry as a go‑anywhere optic. Its f/2 aperture provides good performance in low light and enables pleasing subject separation with soft, rounded bokeh thanks to the 9‑blade diaphragm design.

Optically, the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 uses a 6‑element, 4‑group construction with two aspherical elements to help control distortion and maintain sharpness and contrast across the frame. The lens also incorporates Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating to reduce flare and ghosting in challenging lighting conditions.

Autofocus is driven by a stepping motor (STM) that offers fast, smooth, and near‑silent focusing performance — beneficial for both still photos and video capture. The optical design supports a minimum focus distance of 0.29 m (0.96 ft) and a maximum reproduction ratio of ~0.17×, giving you flexibility when working close to subjects.

Despite its small size, the lens features a control ring that can be assigned to manage aperture, exposure compensation, or other functions depending on your workflow, adding creative ease for stills and video. The front accepts 52 mm screw‑in filters, and the lens includes standard lens caps in the box.

Overall, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 offers a solid blend of optical quality, portability, and value, making it a natural choice for photographers and videographers seeking an everyday standard prime for their Nikon Z mirrorless system.