{"product_id":"nikon-nikkor-z-40mm-f-2-se-lens","title":"Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f2 (SE) Lens","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f\/2 (SE) Lens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f\/2 (SE) Lens\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a vintage-inspired design with modern optical performance. This versatile prime lens is ideal for everyday use, offering a unique focal length for a variety of photography styles. Its compact size and bright f\/2 aperture make it perfect for spontaneous shooting, while its stylish retro design nods to Nikon's classic FM film cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/9657\/3025\/files\/OptimizelyDesktop_c109c944-7294-4667-a15b-e3e6f67c7140.webp?v=1710520925\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZ-Mount Lens\/FX Format\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed for full-frame Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAperture Range: f\/2 to f\/16\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bright maximum aperture for low-light performance and depth of field control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Edition Vintage Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features a retro NIKKOR logo and typeface, with checked knurling and a silver band.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Aspherical Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reduces spherical aberrations and distortion for sharper, more accurate images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Integrated Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimises flare and ghosting for improved contrast and colour fidelity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStepping Motor AF System\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides fast, quiet, and smooth autofocus, ideal for both stills and video.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable Control Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Customisable for aperture, exposure compensation, or focus adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRounded 9-Blade Diaphragm\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enhances bokeh quality for smooth, out-of-focus backgrounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage Design Meets Modern Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNIKKOR Z 40mm f\/2 (SE)\u003c\/strong\u003e combines classic aesthetics with cutting-edge optical performance. The special edition design incorporates a retro NIKKOR logo, checked knurling, and a contrasting silver band, echoing the look of Nikon's legendary FM film cameras. Its compact form factor makes it a perfect walkaround lens for both FX and DX-format Nikon Z mirrorless bodies, where it offers a 60mm equivalent focal length on DX cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/9657\/3025\/files\/OptimizelyDesktop_1_f6b9a685-baf0-4b8e-ae26-970d5cfa68ba.webp?v=1710520925\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFast and Versatile\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a bright f\/2 maximum aperture, this lens excels in low-light conditions and offers excellent control over depth of field, making it ideal for portraiture and selective focus photography. The wide-normal 40mm focal length is well-suited to everyday shooting, from street photography to casual portraits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh-Quality Optics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical design of the \u003cstrong\u003eNIKKOR Z 40mm f\/2 (SE)\u003c\/strong\u003e includes two aspherical elements that minimise spherical aberrations and distortion, resulting in sharp, clear images with accurate rendering. Nikon’s \u003cstrong\u003eSuper Integrated Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces flare and ghosting, ensuring rich contrast and vibrant colours even in challenging lighting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/9657\/3025\/files\/OptimizelyDesktop_2.webp?v=1710520925\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSilent and Smooth Autofocus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003estepping motor\u003c\/strong\u003e provides fast, quiet, and precise autofocus, making it ideal for capturing both stills and video. The lens also features full-time manual focus override for fine-tuning focus when needed. Thanks to its internal focusing design, the lens maintains its compact size while offering faster focusing speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomisable Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lens is equipped with a \u003cstrong\u003eprogrammable control ring\u003c\/strong\u003e, which by default adjusts manual focus but can also be customised to control aperture or exposure compensation. 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Whether you're shooting portraits, landscapes, or street scenes, this versatile lens delivers sharp, vivid images with style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40533707653217,"sku":"4960759911292","price":249.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/9657\/3025\/files\/NikonNIKKORZ40mmf_2_SE_Lens2.webp?v=1736868931","url":"https:\/\/carmarcameras.mom\/products\/nikon-nikkor-z-40mm-f-2-se-lens","provider":"Carmarthen Camera Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}