Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR Lens

The NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR is a standard zoom lens with a f/2.8 aperture that offers bokeh expression and low-light shooting
TOKYO - Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the release of the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR, a standard zoom lens for APS-C size/DX-format mirrorless cameras.

The NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR is a standard APS-C size/DX-format zoom lens that covers the 16 mm to 50 mm range of focal lengths with a fast constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 throughout the zoom range. It delivers the large, natural bokeh characteristics of the f/2.8 maximum aperture, and offers clear color rendering with less color bleed achieved through the superior optical performance of a NIKKOR Z lens, enabling highly artistic imaging expression.

Users can enjoy versatile creative expression, from soft rendering at maximum aperture to sharp, high-resolution rendering of details by closing down the aperture. The built-in lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) mechanism (5.0-stop compensation at the center of the frame equivalent to an increase in shutter speed) effectively reduces the effects of camera shake, even when slower shutter speeds are used in low-light conditions. Despite its fast zoom specifications, this lens combines superior portability and agility with a compact and lightweight design for a total length of approximately 88 mm and a weight of approximately 330 g. It also provides additional support for video recording with the adoption of a stepping motor (STM) that achieves quiet autofocus, and a design that suppresses focus breathing. This lens adds to the lineup of Nikon Z series lenses available to users of APS-C size/DX-format mirrorless cameras.

Nikon will continue to pursue a new dimension in optical performance while meeting users' needs, contributing to the development of imaging culture, with the hope of expanding possibilities for imaging expression.

Features:

• The fast constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 throughout the zoom range allows for large, natural bokeh and reduces the effects of camera shake when shooting in low-light conditions.
• Coverage for the 16 mm to 50 mm wide-angle to mid-range of focal lengths supports a wide variety of scenes and subjects.
• A minimum focus distance of 0.15 m at the wide-angle end and 0.25 m at the telephoto end allows users to get extremely close to their subjects for dynamic shots.
• One ED glass and two aspherical lens elements effectively minimize various lens aberrations.
• Equipped with a lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) mechanism with camera-shake compensation equivalent to a 5.0-stop (at the center) increase in shutter speed.
• A total length of approximately 88 mm and weight of approximately 330 g enables easy hand-held shooting.
• Adoption of a stepping motor (STM) realizes quiet autofocusing.
  Optimized for video recording with a design that suppresses focus breathing.
• Functions such as focus mode (M/A), aperture, exposure compensation, or ISO sensitivity can be assigned to the built-in control ring for a smooth operational feel.
• When recording video using the Z50II, Hi-Res Zoom expands the zoom range to the equivalent of 16-100 mm (6.25x zoom) while still maintaining a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 with no loss in resolution.
• Designed with consideration of dust- and drip-resistance.
  

• Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR Lens
• Nikon LC-67B 67mm Snap-On Front Lens Cap
• Nikon LF-N1 Rear Lens Cap
• HB-118 Lens Hood
• Limited 1-Year Warranty

Focal Length: 16 to 50mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 75mm)
Aperture: Maximum: f/2.8
Minimum: f/22
Lens Mount: Nikon Z
Lens Format Coverage: APS-C
Minimum Focus Distance: 15 cm (Wide) to 25 cm (Tele)
Optical Design: 12 Elements in 11 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades: 9, Rounded
Focus Type: Autofocus
Image Stabilisation: Yes
Filter Size: 67 mm (Front)
Dimensions: 74.5 x L: 88 mm
Weight: 330 g