Lens Details
Nikon
NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
$249~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: September 12, 2019
Highlights
- APS-C 16-50mm f/3.5 zoom for Nikon Z, a flexible walkaround choice.
- An optical formula of 11 elements in 8 groups helps control aberrations and flare.
- Optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is lightweight at 135g.
Who it's for
The Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR is a 16-50mm f/3.5 zoom lens — a standard option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Landscapes, interiors and architecture — a wide 16mm field of view.
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
16-50mm
Focal Length
f/3.5
Max Aperture
APS-C
Coverage
○
Stabilized
135g
Weight
46mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 16-50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 11 |
| Optical Groups | 8 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | APS-C |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 83° – 32° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24-75mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | Yes |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $249 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 46mm |
| Diameter | 70mm |
| Length | 32mm |
| Weight | 135g (4.8 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
