Nikon Z Mount Lenses Guide

Welcome to my lens guide for the Nikon Nikkor Z-Mount lenses. This is a complete list of lenses that have been built specifically for the new Z Mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, which for now only includes the Nikon Z6 and Z7.

This page will grow as more Z lenses become available from both Nikon and third-parties like Rokinon, Sigma and Tamron. There may not be a Z lens that appeals to your style of shooting right now, but don’t forget that you can still make use of the Nikon FTZ Adapter to mount your existing F-Mount lenses to your new Z6 or Z7.

Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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Recommended Reviews: CameraLabs | Matt Granger (YouTube)
Sample Photos: Nikon
Lens construction:
Autofocus: Yes
Minimum focus distance:   1.64ft (0.50m)
No. of diaphragm blades: 9
Minimum Aperture: f/22
Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
Filter Size: 77mm
Length: 220mm
Diameter: 89mm
Weight: Approx. 1,360g (48 oz)

Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm f/4 S

Pros: N/A
Cons: N/A
Recommended Reviews: CameraLabs | Kai Wong (YouTube)
Sample Photos: Flickr
Lens construction: 14 elements in 12 groups (including 4 ED elements, 4 aspherical elements, elements with Nano Crystal Coat, and a fluorine-coated front lens element)
Autofocus: Yes
Minimum focus distance 0.28 m (0.92 ft), from focal plane at all zoom positions
No. of diaphragm blades 7 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Minimum Aperture: f/22
Maximum Aperture: f/4
Filter Size: 82mm
Length: 85mm
Diameter: 89mm
Weight: Approx. 485 g (1 lb 1.2 oz)

Nikon Nikkor Z 24mm f/1.8 S

Nikons latest Z mount lens has not started shipping yet therefore there is very little information known about it other form Nikon themselves.

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Format: FX
Lens construction: 12 elements in 10 groups
Autofocus: Yes
Minimum focus distance 0.82 ft. ( 0.25 m)
No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded)
Minimum Aperture: f/16
Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
Filter Size: 72mm
Length: 3.8 in. (96.5mm)
Diameter: 3.1 in. (78.0mm)
Weight: 15.9 oz. (450 g)

Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.8 S

The Nikon Z 35mm f1.8S is a nice prime lens for new Z6 and Z7 owners. The resolution and contrast is very good and even better than from the Zeiss 28mm f1.4 Otus – which is an excellent lens. The lens is light weight and weather sealed, making it a great match for the new Nikon mirrorless camera bodies.

Pros: Small and light, very sharp with great contrast, good flare resistance, low vignetting, fast autofocus, weather sealed.
Cons: Longitudinal colour aberrations present, nervous bokeh.
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Sample Photos: Flickr
Lens construction: 11 elements in 9 groups (including 2 ED elements, 3 aspherical elements, and elements with Nano Crystal Coat)
Autofocus: Yes
Minimum focus distance 0.25 m (0.82 ft)
No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Minimum Aperture: f/16
Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
Filter Size: 62mm
Length: 86mm
Diameter: 73mm
Weight: Approx. 370 g (13.1 oz.)

Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.8 S

The 50mm shares several similarities to the Z 35mm f/1.8 S with a similar design as well as similar levels of sharpness. A 50mm is often a go-to lens for many photographers, so it’s hardly suprizing that Nikon made this lens one of the first to be available. This lens can do it all. Iconic portraits. Street scenes. Close-ups of food. Interviews. How-to videos and more.

Pros: Sharp across the frame even at wide apertures, minimal chromatic aberration, weather-sealed design, solid build quality, quiet autofocus.
Cons: Heavier and more expensive than the F-Mount 50mm f/1.8.
Recommended Reviews: Digital Trends
Sample Photos: Flickr
Lens construction: 12 elements in 9 groups (including 2 ED elements, 2 aspherical elements, and elements with Nano Crystal Coat)
Autofocus: Yes
Minimum focus distance 0.4 m (1.32 ft)
No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Minimum Aperture: f/16
Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
Filter Thread Size: 62mm
Length: 86.5mm
Diameter: 76mm
Weight: Approx. 415 g (14.7 oz.)

Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S

The Nikon Z 24-70mm f4S is really a no-brainer for new Z6 and Z7 owners. Optically it is just as good as the 24-70mm f2.8E VR with a one stop advantage in image stabilization and almost no loCA. It also delivers very usable close-up performance and retains its high contrast even in contra-light situations. Since it is around half the size and weight of the 24-70mm f2.8E VR, it’s a much more portable lens and a great match for the new mirrorless bodies.

Pros: Small and light, very sharp with great contrast, good flare resistance, low vignetting, fast autofocus, weather sealed.
Cons: F/4 aperture not the brightest, some minor edge softness at 70mm.
Recommended Reviews: Photography Life | Camera Labs | Digital Trends
Sample Photos:FlickR
Lens construction: 14 elements in 11 groups (including 1 ED lens element, 1 aspherical ED element, 3 aspherical elements, elements with Nano Crystal Coat, and a fluorine-coated front lens element)
Autofocus: Yes
Minimum focus distance 0.3 m (0.99 ft), from focal plane at all zoom positions
No. of diaphragm blades 7 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Minimum Aperture: f/22
Maximum Aperture: f/4
Filter Thread Size: 72mm
Length: 88.5mm
Diameter: 77.5mm
Weight: Approx. 500 g (1 lb, 1.7 oz)

Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8S

Pros: N/A
Cons: N/A
Recommended Reviews: CameraLabs | Photography Life |
Sample Photos: Flickr
Lens construction: 17 elements in 15 groups (including 2 ED elements, 4 aspherical elements, elements with Nano Crystal and ARNEO coats, and fluorine-coated front and rear lens elements)
Autofocus: Yes
Minimum focus distance 0.38m (1.25ft), from focal plane at all zoom positions
No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Minimum Aperture: f/22
Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
Filter Size: 82mm
Length: 126mm
Diameter: 89mm
Weight: Approx. 805 g

Nikon Nikkor Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct

The NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct is currently being developed. It will feature a large f/0.95 aperture with a standard 58mm prime focal-length and be the fastest lens in Nikon’s history. It will also be a manual-focus lens which Nikon is positioning at the very top of the S-Line. It will stand to symbolize the Nikon Z mount system’s new dimension in optical performance.

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Third-Party Z Series Lenses

* Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z
* Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Z
* Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III
* Kipon Elegant 24mm f2.4
* Kipon Elegant 35mm f2.4
* Kipon Elegant 50mm f2.4
* Kipon Elegant 75mm f2.4
* Kipon Elegant 90mm f2.4

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Nikon Z Lenses Roadmap

Nikon has released a roadmap for the Z Lenses that they plan to make available all the way up to 2021. Here is the latest version.

Nikon Z Series Accessories Guide

My Nikon Z Series accessories guide covers everything from XQD cards & readers, batteries, chargers, cases, l-brackets, cages, microphones, flashes, plus many more accessories for the Nikon Z6 and Z7.

Nikon Z Lens Terminology

S-Line: The S-Line is a newly designated grade of NIKKOR Z lenses that adhere to a new benchmark in optical performance, creating new definitions of design principles and quality control. These lenses realize a rendering performance that surpasses that of conventional f/4 standard zoom lenses and f/1.8 wide-angle or standard prime lenses. From maximum aperture, clear and sharp resolution can be achieved as well as beautiful bokeh characteristics.