Nikon Nikkor Z 40MM F-2 Lens for Mirrorless User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Nikon

Table of Contents

Precautions for Use
Lens Care
Accessories
References
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**Nikon Nikkor Z 40MM F-2 Lens for Mirrorless User Manual

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Before using this product, please read these instructions carefully. You will also need to consult the camera manual.

This lens is intended exclusively for use with mirrorless cameras featuring a Nikon Z mount.
Update the camera ﬁrmware to the latest With earlier versions, the camera may fail to detect the lens correctly and some features may not be available. The latest version of the camera ﬁrmware can be downloaded from the Nikon Download Center at the URL below. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

For Your Safety

To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product.

Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them.
WARNING: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in death or severe injury.
CAUTION: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in injury or property damage.

WARNING

Do not disassemble or modify this Do not touch internal parts that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident. Failure to observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other injury.
Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the camera power source. Continued operation could result in ﬁre, burns or other
Keep Do not handle with wet hands. Failure to observe these precautions could result in ﬁre or electric shock.
Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as propane, gasoline or Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or ﬁre.
Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment.
Keep this product out of reach of Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high or low Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or frostbite.

Caution

Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources. Light focused by the lens could cause ﬁre or damage to product’s internal When shooting backlit subjects, keep the sun well out of the frame. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is close to the frame could cause ﬁre.
Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in ﬁre or product malfunction.
Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction.

Notices for customers in the U.S.A

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving
Increase the separation between the equipment and
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notiﬁed that any changes or modiﬁcations made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road,
Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200

Notices for customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

Using the Lens

Parts of the Lens: Names and Functions

Refer to the diagram on the left edge of this sheet

Control ring| Autofocus mode selected :
In autofocus mode, rotate the ring to adjust a setting such as [ Focus (M/A) ] or [ Aperture ] as- signed using the camera. For more informa- tion, see the description of [ Custom control as- signment ], [ Custom controls ], or [ Custom controls (shooting) ] in the camera manual.|

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Manual focus mode selected :
Rotate the ring to focus.| —
Lens mounting mark| Use when mounting the lens on the camera.| See A
CPU contacts| Used to transfer data to and from the camera.| —
Lens cap (front cap)| —| —
Lens cap (rear cap)| —| —

Attachment and Removal

Attaching the Lens

Turn the camera off, remove the body cap, and detach the rear lens cap.
Position the lens on the camera body, keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with the mounting mark on the camera body, and then rotate the lens counterclockwise until it clicks into place.

Removing the Lens

Turn the camera off.
Press and hold the lens release button while turning the lens clockwise.

When Shooting

The focus position may change if you turn the camera off and then on again after fo-cusing. If you have focused on a pre-selected location while waiting for your subject to appear, we recommend that you do not turn the camera off until the picture is taken.

Using the Lens on Cameras with a Built-in Flash

Shadows may be visible in photos where light from the built-in flash is obscured by the lens.

For information on focal lengths and subject distances at which shadows will not appear in photos taken with a built-in flash, visit the site below. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

Cameras with AF-Assist Illuminators

The lens may block the light from the camera AF-assist illuminator.

For information on using the lens with cameras that have built-in AF-assist illumina- tors, visit the site below. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

Precautions for Use

Do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the lens
Keep the CPU contacts
Replace the lens caps when the lens is not in
Do not leave the lens in humid locations or in locations in which it may be exposed to moisture. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.
Do not leave the lens next to open flames or in other extremely hot Extreme heat could damage or warp the reinforced plastic exterior.
Taking the lens from a warm to a cold environment or vice versa may cause damaging condensation inside and outside the lens. Place the lens in a sealed bag or plastic case before taking it across a temperature boundary.
The lens can be taken from the bag or case once it has had time to adjust to the new temperature.
We recommend that you place the lens in a case (available separately) to protect it from scratches during transport.

Lens Care

Removing dust is normally sufficient to clean the glass surfaces of the
Smudges, ﬁngerprints, and other oily stains can be removed from the lens surface using a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens cleaning tissue lightly dampened with a small amount of ethanol or lens cleaner. Wipe gently from the center outwards in a circular motion, taking care not to leave smears or touch the lens with your ﬁngers.
Never use organic solvents such as paint thinner or benzene to clean the
Neutral Color (NC) ﬁlters (available separately) and the like can be used to protect the front lens element.
Do not store with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in direct If the lens will not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool, dry location to prevent mold and rust.

Accessories

Supplied Accessories

LC-52B Lens Cap (front cap)
LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap)

Compatible Accessories

CL-C4 Lens Case
52 mm ﬁlters

Filters

Use only one filter at a time.

Specifications

Mount	Nikon Z mount
Focal length	40 mm
Maximum aperture	f/2
Lens construction	6 elements in 4 groups (including 2 aspherical elements)
Angle of view

FX format: 57°
DX format: 38°50′

Focusing system| Internal focusing system
Minimum focus distance (measured from focal plane)| 0.29 m (0.96 ft)
Maximum reproduction ratio| 0.17x
Diaphragm blades| 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Aperture range| f/2 —16
Filter-attachment size| 52 mm (P = 0.75 mm)
Dimensions| Approx. 70 mm (2.8 in.) maximum diameter x 45.5 mm (1.8 in.) (distance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange)
Weight| Approx. 170 g (6 oz)

Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications, and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice.