Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon Z 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 DX VR
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: APS-C / DX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon Z
Release Date: 2019-10-10
MSRP Price: $299.95
Made in: China
Production Status: In Production
Manufacturer Link: Product Page
Lens Description: Compact and versatile, the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR is a 24-75mm-equivalent zoom designed for DX-format Z-mount mirrorless cameras. Covering a wide-angle to portrait-length zoom range, this lens is well-suited to everyday shooting situations. Its optical design incorporates aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements, which help to reduce a variety of aberrations for sharper, clearer image quality throughout the zoom range. A Super Integrated Coating has also been applied to minimize ghosting and flare for increased contrast and color accuracy in bright and backlit conditions.
Photography Life Review Summary: Overall, the Nikon Z DX 16-50mm VR is a lens with superb value, especially once you factor in its price, weight, and size. If you are in the market for a portable travel setup, I would highly recommend to check this lens out together with the Nikon Z50 and the Z DX 50-250mm VR lens. Read the full Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Review by Photography Life.
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| * Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area | |
| Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
| Focal Length | 16-50mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Compatible Format(s) | DX / APS-C |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Zoom Ratio | 3.1x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.2x |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22-40 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 83° |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 31°30' |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 9 |
| Lens Groups | 7 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 (Rounded) |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 1 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 |
| Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Stepper Motor (STM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.2m |
| Electronic Diaphragm | Yes |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 46mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Plastic |
| Dimensions | 70mm x 32mm |
| Weight | 135g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
| Supplied Accessories | LC-46B 46 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-N1 Rear Lens Cap |
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