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Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S · Nikon UK lens photograph
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NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
A 630 g full-frame macro prime with 1:1 reproduction, optical VR, internal focusing and an information display on the lens.
- Mount
- Nikon Z mount
- Focal length
- 105 mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Stabilisation
- Yes
- Weight
- 630 g
What reviewers say
Both praise sharpness across the frame, refined controls, low aberrations and versatility for macro work and portraits. They appreciate stabilisation but note that its effectiveness falls at very close focus. Amateur Photographer finds some close-range autofocus hunting and values the limiter and manual override; Digital Camera World finds autofocus notably agile and accurate in its test. Amateur Photographer also warns that the smallest apertures soften fine detail through diffraction. Both find the build and handling suited to demanding work.
Specifications
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- Lens type
- Prime
- Focal length
- 105 mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Minimum aperture
- f/32
- Macro lens
- Yes
- Optical construction
- 16 elements in 11 groups; internal focusing
- Special elements
- Three ED elements and one aspherical element
- Coatings
- Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings; fluorine-coated front element
- Aperture detail
- f/2.8–32 at infinity; effective f/4.5–51 at the closest focus distance of 0.29 m. Main aperture figures refer to infinity
- Diaphragm
- Nine rounded blades
- Angle of view
- FX 23°10′; DX 15°20′
Mount and compatibility
- Mounts
- Nikon Z mount
- Image circle
- Full frame
- Compatibility
- Native Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
- Autofocus
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.29 m
- Maximum magnification
- 1×
- Optical stabilisation
- Yes
- Autofocus detail
- Multi-focus stepping-motor system; automatic or manual focusing
- Focus distance detail
- Minimum 0.29 m from focal plane; limiter selects full range or 0.29–0.5 m. Manual focus throw is adjustable; focus direction reversal requires a compatible Nikon Z body released in October 2020 or later
- Magnification detail
- Maximum 1×, reproducing subjects at life size
- Stabilisation detail
- Lens-shift VR using voice-coil motors; 4.5-stop CIPA claim with an FX camera in Normal mode. Stabilisation becomes less effective at macro distances, as both reviews note; the USA release's generic footnote refers to maximum telephoto although this is a prime
- Video features
- Quiet autofocus, smooth aperture control and reduced focus breathing
Design
- Dust and moisture resistant
- Yes
- Filter diameter
- 62 mm
- Maximum diameter
- 85 mm
- Length
- 140 mm
- Weight
- 630 g
- Controls
- Separate manual focus and customisable control rings, L-Fn button, information panel with DISP button, AF/manual switch and focus limiter; Digital Camera World confirms distance, depth-of-field and aperture display
- Zoom design
- Internal focusing keeps lens length unchanged
- Filter detail
- 62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
- Weather resistance
- Sealing around mount and moving parts for dust and drip resistance, not guaranteed in all conditions; fluorine front coating repels water, dirt and dust
- Dimensions detail
- Approximately 85 mm maximum diameter × 140 mm from mount flange
- Weight detail
- Approximately 630 g
- Lens hood
- HB-99 included
- In the box
- LC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-99 hood and CL-C2 case
- Release detail
- Nikon USA states late-June 2021 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained
Pros and cons
Pros
- Life-size 1:1 reproduction
- Optical vibration reduction
- Internal focusing preserves lens length
Cons
- Effective maximum aperture is f/4.5 at closest focus
- 630 g weight
- Focus limiter only restricts focusing to the close range
Closest rivals
Model | Mount | Focal length | Max aperture | Stabilisation | Weight | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon Z mount | 85 mm | f/1.8 | – | 470 g | Sept 2019 | |
| Nikon Z mount | 135 mm | f/1.8 | No | 995 g | Oct 2023 | |
| Nikon Z mount | 85 mm | f/1.2 | No | 1,160 g | Mar 2023 |
Sources
- nikon.co.uk/en_GB/product/lenses/mirrorless/nikkor-z-mc-105mm-f2.8-vr-s
- nikonusa.com/press-room/z-nikk-50-105-macr0
- amateurphotographer.com/review/nikon-nikkor-z-mc-105mm-f-2-8-vr-s-review
- digitalcameraworld.com/reviews/nikon-z-mc-105mm-f28-vr-s-review
Photo: Nikon UK lens photograph
- NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens, angle view 2: nikon.co.uk/globalassets/digizuite/160069-en-z_mc105_2.8_angle2-v90FF60C32A3F.p…
- NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens, angle view 3: nikon.co.uk/globalassets/digizuite/160080-en-z_mc105_2.8_angle3-v7B69F9202747.p…
- NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens, angle view 4: nikon.co.uk/globalassets/digizuite/160081-en-z_mc105_2.8_angle4-v83CFF5CFDB33.p…
- Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S — Z7II Z MC105 front34l: Nikon official press library, exact supplied photograph Z7II_Z_MC105_front34l.jpg
