Nikon
NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S
A entry-level pick in the camera lenses line-up, with f/4 up front.
54/100
f/4Nikon ZWide-angle zoomS-Line
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Why we rate it
- Constant aperture (zoom)
- Internal focusing
- Fluorine coating
- No in-lens stabilisation
- No weather sealed
Score profile
Scored against the camera lenses classWhere the NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Mount and format
MountNikon Z
Manufacturer lineS-Line
Optics
Focal length min14 mm
Focal length max30 mm
Lens typeWide-angle zoom
Max aperturef/4
Max aperture (f-number)4
Constant aperture (zoom)Yes
Focusing
Internal focusingYes
Design and build
Fluorine coatingYes
Lens hood includedYes
Case includedYes
Controls
Customisable control ringYes
More specs
Aperture min4
Who it's for
Is the NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable camera lense for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need in-lens stabilisation, in which case a higher-tier camera lense is the better call.
Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
okay
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 54/100 against other camera lenses, a entry-level result where the class average is around 60.
What stands out on the NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S?
Its constant aperture (zoom) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Canon RF 20mm F1.4 L VCM?
The Canon RF 20mm F1.4 L VCM scores 55/100 versus this one at 54/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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