Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon TC-2.0x
Lens Type: Teleconverter
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon Z
Release Date: 2020-07-21
MSRP Price: $599
Made in: Japan
Production Status: In Production
Manufacturer Link: Product Page
Lens Description: Extend the reach of select Nikon Z-mount lenses with the Z Teleconverter TC-2x. This teleconverter magnifies the image by 2x and retains full communication between the lens and camera body, enabling metering, autofocus, and Vibration Reduction as well as the transmission of Exif data. Its optical design incorporates one aspherical element, and has a Super Integrated Coating, to maintain sharpness and clarity to match the original lens. Additionally, this teleconverter is dust and water resistant and features a fluorine coating on the outer-most optic surfaces to suit working in inclement conditions and to benefit cleaning.
Nikon Z Teleconverter TC-2.0x Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Teleconverter |
| Focal Length | 2x |
| Mount Type | Nikon Z |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | Full Frame / APS-C |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 2x |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 8 |
| Lens Groups | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
| Fluorine Coating | Yes |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | 2.9 x 1.3 in (72 x 32.5 mm) |
| Weight | 9.6 oz. (270 g) |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
Lens Construction
MTF Chart
Below is the MTF chart of the lens when used with the Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S lens:
Do we have further filed test from the staff to share?
This teleconverter will not work (because it doesn’t fit) with the Z 24-200. Why Nikon doesn’t come out and specifically say this I do not know. I specifically asked Nikon USA whether it was compatible with the Z 24-200 and they said yes. I pointed out that their marketing literature only mentions the 70-200 and they still said it was compatible with the 24-200. I borrowed one to check it out before buying and was very disappointed to discover that Nikon support personnel were wrong.
They do say it’s only compatible with the 70-200 z
You are correct. I bought a TC-2.0 thinking it would work with my Z 100-400mm but it doesn’t. It also doesn’t work with any F mount lenses (FTZII) either. Since I don’t (yet) own a 70-200mm Z lens, it’s worthless and sitting on my shelf.
I have now acquired a Z TC 2.0 to use with a Z100 – 400mm.
At 800mm it is F11 and in the light I have to deal with, can require a ISO of 6400 to work at 1/1000s.
I have seen images that have been captured in similar light to which I will work in, and feel confident there will be very good IQ for images captured, when I am using the equipment in a adequate method.