Nikon
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
Nikon Z Mount
Built-in 1.4× teleconverter (560mm F4) super-telephoto with S-line optics and VR.
$13,999
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
Sony
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Sony E Mount
The standard telephoto zoom, completely redesigned to be 29% lighter and significantly sharper.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S is 6 months newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
Wins
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Min focus distance (40 cm vs 250 cm)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Weight (1045 g vs 2950 g)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has higher Max magnification (0.3 × vs 0.2 ×)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Length (200 mm vs 276 mm)
- ANIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S has higher OIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 4.5 stops)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareNIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
⌀104 × 276 mm
2950 g (6.50 lb / 104.06 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
⌀88 × 200 mm
1045 g (2.30 lb / 36.86 oz)
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S is 76mm longer and 16mm wider than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S is 1905 g heavier than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Fluorite, 1 SR
- ✓
Control ring
Only NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S supports it
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 4.5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
- ✓
Min focus distance
40 cm vs 250 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Aspherical, 1 Super ED
- ✓
Weight
1045 g vs 2950 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
200 mm vs 276 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 104 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.3 × vs 0.2 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Pros
- ✓Extremely lightweight for an f/2.8 telephoto zoom (only 1045g)
- ✓Virtually instantaneous and silent autofocus with 4 XD Linear motors
- ✓Stunning optical performance and contrast across entire range
- ✓Outstanding built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization
- ✓Dedicated physical aperture ring with click and lock switches
Cons
- –Very high price tag
- –Lens hood is bulky and can block storage space easily
Decided which one is right for you?
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed November 2026.