Lens Details
Nikon
NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8
$699~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: July 15, 2021
Highlights
- Full-frame 50mm f/2.8 macro prime for Nikon Z, designed for macro and detail photography.
- Reproduces subjects at up to 1x magnification with close focusing to 16cm for true close-up detail.
- It is lightweight at 260g, pairing well with Nikon Z bodies.
Who it's for
The Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 is a 50mm f/2.8 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Macro and close-ups — 1x magnification.
Keep in mind
- !Aperture tops out at f/2.8 — less low-light headroom and background blur than faster lenses.
50mm
Focal Length
f/2.8
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
260g
Weight
46mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 13 |
| Optical Groups | 11 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 16 cm |
| Max Magnification | 1x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $699 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 46mm |
| Diameter | 66mm |
| Length | 74.5mm |
| Weight | 260g (9.2 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
