Nikon Announces Two Macro Lenses For Z Mirrorless Cameras
Jun 2, 2021 07:07:58 #
At their website at nikonusa dot com Nikon has announced two new macro lenses for their Z mirrorless cameras:
1. Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens 1:1 macro reproduction $1000
2. Nikkor Z MC 50mm f/2.8 lens 1:1 macro reproduction $650
Both lenses are claimed to have edge to edge sharpness and the 50mm accepts the ES-2 slide/film copier adapter for use with full frame Z cameras. The VR with 4.5 stops of compensation on the 105mm will probably come in handy for hand held shots.
1. Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens 1:1 macro reproduction $1000
2. Nikkor Z MC 50mm f/2.8 lens 1:1 macro reproduction $650
Both lenses are claimed to have edge to edge sharpness and the 50mm accepts the ES-2 slide/film copier adapter for use with full frame Z cameras. The VR with 4.5 stops of compensation on the 105mm will probably come in handy for hand held shots.
Jun 2, 2021 07:09:19 #
It's good to know Nikon is keeping up with their new Z lenses. A great camera isn't much good without great lenses.
Jun 2, 2021 09:00:36 #
A 105mm f/2.8 micro is a workhorse for sure....
I'm still shooting my AF 105mm f/2.8D with epic results on both FX & DX.
VR for micro? I have to smile... Guess whatever sells...
Wishing Nikon much success moving forward...
I'm still shooting my AF 105mm f/2.8D with epic results on both FX & DX.
VR for micro? I have to smile... Guess whatever sells...
Wishing Nikon much success moving forward...
Jun 2, 2021 09:26:11 #
Thomas902 wrote:
A 105mm f/2.8 micro is a workhorse for sure....
I'm still shooting my AF 105mm f/2.8D with epic results on both FX & DX.
VR for micro? I have to smile... Guess whatever sells...
Wishing Nikon much success moving forward...
I'm still shooting my AF 105mm f/2.8D with epic results on both FX & DX.
VR for micro? I have to smile... Guess whatever sells...
Wishing Nikon much success moving forward...
Ditto!
Jun 2, 2021 11:28:00 #
RWR
Loc: La Mesa, CA
Thomas902 wrote:
VR for micro? I have to smile...
I was also a skeptic, until I rented a Canon 100 f/2.8 Macro. They claim 2 stops reduction at 1:1 - I think it’s better than that. If the Z macro lens offers any vibration reduction at all in the close-up/macro range, it will be better than anything they’ve had to date. The technology is certainly there.
Jun 2, 2021 19:33:47 #
RWR wrote:
I was also a skeptic, until I rented a Canon 100 f/2.8 Macro. They claim 2 stops reduction at 1:1 - I think it’s better than that. If the Z macro lens offers any vibration reduction at all in the close-up/macro range, it will be better than anything they’ve had to date. The technology is certainly there.
I wouldn't be so quick to laugh it off either. I used to do some hand-held macro shooting with film using a flash as my quasi-VR and it certainly helped.
Jun 3, 2021 06:39:24 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
flip1948 wrote:
At their website at nikonusa dot com Nikon has ann... (show quote)
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Jun 3, 2021 08:03:22 #
I never understood the point of a short focal length macro lens. A 50mm lens at 1:1 requires a distance from subject of almost nothing. What use is that?
Jun 3, 2021 08:06:02 #
Bayou wrote:
I never understood the point of a short focal length macro lens. A 50mm lens at 1:1 requires a distance from subject of almost nothing. What use is that?
I have to question that as well. I’m glad someone else does:)
Jun 3, 2021 09:33:48 #
A 105mm Z mount macro is tempting, but at $1000 I’ll keep making do with my Tamron 90mm macro and the FTZ adapter. I’m saving my pennies for the 200-600mm release.
Jun 3, 2021 09:40:54 #
Jun 3, 2021 09:53:09 #
I'm a little surprised they came out with macro lenses when they don't go beyond 200mm for now. I find the lack of reach pretty confining. When they come out with a 200-600 I'm sure that will be a very popular lens.
Jun 3, 2021 10:21:44 #
Many use the 105mm f2.8 for purposes other than macro. The lens manual even says that VR and AF may not be appropriate to use at very close reproduction ratios.
Jun 3, 2021 10:22:28 #
I have a Nikon Z6 and I am hoping to be first in line to get a 105mm S mount macro. I have an assortment of Nikon lenses from past camera ventures however they are all "D" type so they will not autofocus on the Z series cameras.
Jun 3, 2021 11:16:18 #
I prefer that macro lenses are recessed like my AI 55 f2.8 macro. Don't like to always be sticking on a lens shade.
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