Nikon
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR is a full‑frame mirrorless superzoom offering a 14.2× focal range in a lightweight 725 g package, featuring 5.5‑stop VR, weather sealing, and a versatile zoom for travel and wildlife. While its variable aperture and modest AF speed limit low‑light and fast‑action performance, it delivers solid sharpness and portability.
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers commend the lens for its unprecedented 14.2× zoom reach, lightweight construction, and robust 5.5‑stop VR that makes handheld shooting feasible even at 400 mm. Sharpness is surprisingly good throughout, and the weather‑sealed metal build earns marks for durability. However, they criticize the variable f/4‑8 aperture that hampers low‑light performance, the non‑internal zoom mechanism that feels long, and the modest AF speed, while noting the lack of a fluorine coating on the front element.
What Users Say
Everyday users appreciate the lens’s portability, the all‑in‑one 28‑400 mm coverage that removes the need to carry multiple lenses, and the effective VR that stabilizes handheld shots. Common praise centers on the lightweight feel and included accessories. Recurring complaints involve the slow zoom extension to the tele end, the dim f/8 aperture in low light, dust attraction on the front element, and autofocus that isn’t as fast as hoped.
Common Complaints
Variable f/4‑8 aperture limiting low‑light capability, slow zoom extension to 400 mm, dust attraction on the front element due to lack of fluorine coating, autofocus speed not meeting expectations, and limited on‑lens control features.
What People Are Saying
“perfect on-the-go”
“lightweight (1.6 lb) portability”
“vast range for travel/wildlife without lens swaps”
“slow zoom extension to 400mm”
“f/8 dimness in low light”
“dust attraction on the front element”
How It Compares
vs. Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose Tamron if you prioritize a fast wide‑angle aperture and lighter weight; choose Nikon for longer reach and superior stabilization.
vs. Sony 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6
Advantages
Disadvantages
Select Sony if you need a fast aperture within the Sony ecosystem; select Nikon for unmatched 400 mm reach and robust VR on Nikon Z bodies.
