Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Canon
61 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 100mm
Nikon
63 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
No customer feedback yet
Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 100mm
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
Travel
Landscape
Budget
Professional
Macro
Wildlife Sports
Street
Video Cinema
Portrait
Specifications
| Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM | Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 100mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | 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/22 | 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 | 280 mm★ | 750 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 1:2.63★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (78th percentile)
- Strong versatility (76th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 100mm
- 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
Pricing
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM0.149score per dollar
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 100mm0.025score per dollar
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM offers 6.0x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM wins 5 specs while Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 100mm wins 5.
