Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) Lens
Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) Lens
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A classic focal length with a modern feel—and just enough character to make you want to carry it everywhere.
The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) is one of those lenses that quietly earns a permanent place on your camera. It’s compact, lightweight, and fast enough to handle everyday light with ease, while the 40mm focal length sits in a sweet spot—natural, flexible, and endlessly usable.
The Special Edition (SE) design pairs beautifully with Nikon’s retro-inspired Z cameras, but the real magic is how this lens feels in use: quick to focus, easy to live with, and surprisingly expressive for its size.
Why photographers love the Z 40mm f/2 (SE)
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Versatile 40mm focal length that feels natural for street, travel, portraits, and everyday storytelling
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Bright f/2 aperture helps in low light and creates pleasing background separation
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Compact and lightweight design—ideal for keeping your camera with you more often
-
Sharp where it matters, with a rendering that feels clean but not clinical
-
Fast, quiet autofocus, well suited for both stills and video
-
Special Edition styling that complements Nikon’s classic-inspired Z bodies
Thoughtful details you’ll appreciate
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Easy to balance on smaller Z cameras
-
A great “walkaround” lens that doesn’t draw attention
-
Encourages a slower, more intentional way of seeing
Ideal for
Photographers who want a lightweight, everyday prime lens with a natural field of view—perfect for travel, street photography, casual portraits, and daily documentation.
We offer in-store pickup as well as shipping
🚀 Most in-stock orders are fulfilled within 1 business day of receiving the order.
📦 Special Orders typically arrive at Looking Glass within 2-14 business days. If a delay is expected, we will notify you.
🚚 Unless otherwise specified, we use USPS Ground shipping service with tracking.
📷 Orders < $150, Ground Shipping is $8.95; Orders > $149, Ground Shipping is FREE.
🇺🇸 We only ship within the Continental USA; We do not ship to freight forwarders.
Free Shipping Over $150 & Easy Returns
We’ll get your gear to you quickly (when shipping makes sense), with clear delivery expectations and straightforward returns if it’s not the right fit. No runaround—just real help if you need it.
0% Financing Options
Want to spread out the cost? We offer financing options (including 0% offers when available) and flexible payment plans at checkout—so you can get the right gear now without the stress.
Gear Outfitting for Confidence
Need deeper help choosing the right camera, lens, or kit for your lifestyle and the photos you plan to make? Book a one-on-one session with a Photo Coach and leave with a clear plan—plus guidance you can come back.
Free 1:1 Photo Coach Sessions with Purchase of Camera or Lens
Help precisely when you need it. Key questions arise AFTER you’ve had a chance to use your new gear. Setup help? Can’t quite get the aesthetic you aspire to? We’re here for it. You’re not buying from a warehouse—you’re buying from a team that actually knows the gear and wants you to love using it.
Description
Description
A classic focal length with a modern feel—and just enough character to make you want to carry it everywhere.
The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) is one of those lenses that quietly earns a permanent place on your camera. It’s compact, lightweight, and fast enough to handle everyday light with ease, while the 40mm focal length sits in a sweet spot—natural, flexible, and endlessly usable.
The Special Edition (SE) design pairs beautifully with Nikon’s retro-inspired Z cameras, but the real magic is how this lens feels in use: quick to focus, easy to live with, and surprisingly expressive for its size.
Why photographers love the Z 40mm f/2 (SE)
-
Versatile 40mm focal length that feels natural for street, travel, portraits, and everyday storytelling
-
Bright f/2 aperture helps in low light and creates pleasing background separation
-
Compact and lightweight design—ideal for keeping your camera with you more often
-
Sharp where it matters, with a rendering that feels clean but not clinical
-
Fast, quiet autofocus, well suited for both stills and video
-
Special Edition styling that complements Nikon’s classic-inspired Z bodies
Thoughtful details you’ll appreciate
-
Easy to balance on smaller Z cameras
-
A great “walkaround” lens that doesn’t draw attention
-
Encourages a slower, more intentional way of seeing
Ideal for
Photographers who want a lightweight, everyday prime lens with a natural field of view—perfect for travel, street photography, casual portraits, and daily documentation.
Shipping
Shipping
We offer in-store pickup as well as shipping
🚀 Most in-stock orders are fulfilled within 1 business day of receiving the order.
📦 Special Orders typically arrive at Looking Glass within 2-14 business days. If a delay is expected, we will notify you.
🚚 Unless otherwise specified, we use USPS Ground shipping service with tracking.
📷 Orders < $150, Ground Shipping is $8.95; Orders > $149, Ground Shipping is FREE.
🇺🇸 We only ship within the Continental USA; We do not ship to freight forwarders.
Looking Glass Advantage
Looking Glass Advantage
Free Shipping Over $150 & Easy Returns
We’ll get your gear to you quickly (when shipping makes sense), with clear delivery expectations and straightforward returns if it’s not the right fit. No runaround—just real help if you need it.
0% Financing Options
Want to spread out the cost? We offer financing options (including 0% offers when available) and flexible payment plans at checkout—so you can get the right gear now without the stress.
Gear Outfitting for Confidence
Need deeper help choosing the right camera, lens, or kit for your lifestyle and the photos you plan to make? Book a one-on-one session with a Photo Coach and leave with a clear plan—plus guidance you can come back.
Free 1:1 Photo Coach Sessions with Purchase of Camera or Lens
Help precisely when you need it. Key questions arise AFTER you’ve had a chance to use your new gear. Setup help? Can’t quite get the aesthetic you aspire to? We’re here for it. You’re not buying from a warehouse—you’re buying from a team that actually knows the gear and wants you to love using it.