Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
Canon
89 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
Nikon
62 Overall Score
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Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
85 out of 100 medium confidence 17 reviews
The Nikon Z 100-400mm lens is highly praised for its sharpness, compact design, and excellent vibration reduction, making it a favorite for wildlife and travel photography. Users appreciate its versatility and compatibility with teleconverters, though a few note minor weaknesses like softness at 400mm and a design flaw where the reversed lens cap blocks zooming. Overall, it's considered a modern classic that delivers impressive image quality.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent vibration reduction
- Versatile for wildlife and travel
- Compatible with teleconverters
Cons
- Softness at 400mm
- Lens cap blocks zoom when reversed
- Minor weakness at long end
Image quality 5
Build and design 4
Portability 3
Vibration reduction 2
Teleconverter compatibility 2
Versatility 3
Scores
Portrait
Professional
Street
Budget
Video Cinema
Macro
Travel
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 100 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 400 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 25 |
| Groups | 9 | 20 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 8★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra coating | ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/40 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 4.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | 1.44 kg |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 40 mm★ | 750 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 1:2.63★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
- Strong aperture (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average aperture (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average bokeh (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average build (18th percentile)18th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.