Nikon announces new budget Z 28-75mm F2.8 and teases 800mm F6.3 PF: Digital photography review
Nikon has announced the Z 28-75mm F2.8, a new standard zoom lens for its full-frame Z-mount cameras, billed as a more affordable alternative to the Z 24-70mm F2.8. S. According to Nikon, the new zoom lens offers impressive versatility, ‘capable of doing everything from dramatic portraits with softly blurred backgrounds to incredibly detailed landscape shots, environments. outstanding low light or small-scale video production’.
The design, optical makeup, and minimal focus specs suggest this is a re-mounted, Nikkor-branded (and correspondingly more expensive) version of the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di II RXD. Tamron has done zooms for Nikon in the past, which adds weight to the idea. Interestingly, however, the specifications correspond to the original stepping motor version of the lens, not the new ‘G2’ version which has a more complex optical design and uses a linear focus motor. count.
Compared to its more expensive counterpart, the Z 24-70mm F2.8 S, the new zoom lens is essentially significantly lighter (565 g / 1.2 lbs, compared to 805 g / 1.77 lb: reduced: reduced. 30% by weight) and is also thinner, with a narrower filter thread of 67mm, compared to 82mm. Despite the lack of the ‘S’ marking of Nikon’s flagship optics, Nikon claims that the 28-75mm F2.8 will still deliver attractive bokeh and good aperture sharpness for photography and videography. movies in low light.
Nikon Nikkor Z 28-75mm F2.8 models (Nikon official)
Optically, the Z 28-75mm F2.8 consists of 15 elements in 12 groups, including three aspherical elements, one ED (extra-low dispersion) element and one ‘Super ED’ element. The minimum focal length is 19cm (0.63 ft) at 28mm and 39cm (1.3 ft) at 75mm.
The Nikon Nikkor Z 28-75mm F2.8 will be available early next year for an MSRP of $1199.95.
Along with the new zoom lens, Nikon is also revealing the development of an 800mm F6.3 prime super telephoto lens. The Z 800mm F6.3 VR S is set to become the first native Z-mount lens to feature PF (new phase) optics, which Nikon has previously used in the AF-S primes 300mm F4 and 500mm F5. 6 common for D/SLR. Billed as having a ‘highly portable’ compact and lightweight body, that’s all we know about the current Z 800mm F6.3 VR S.
Press Release:
NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 IS A GATEWAY THAT CAN BE SUITABLE FOR QUICK CONNECTION AND FULL FRAME
Nikon also announced the development of the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR super-telephoto lens
MELVILLE, NY (December 13, 2021) – Today, Nikon Inc. announced the NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8, the latest lens to expand the impressive NIKKOR Z portfolio, putting boundless creative potential and ultimate versatility in the hands of enthusiasts. The NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 is an affordable and attractive choice for those willing to switch to a full-frame medium zoom lens with the benefits of a constant f/2.8 aperture including stunning background blur, Soft and excellent low light ability.
“Since the beginning of this year, we have announced many NIKKOR Z lenses for all levels of creators. Now, we’re continuing this winning streak by adding an extremely compelling option for enthusiasts in the rapidly growing full-frame market. ”
The new NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 is an attractive value for all photographers and creators, offering a lightweight lens with a versatile focal length range and constant f/2.8 aperture, all are all reasonably priced. Capable of capturing everything from dramatic portraits with softly blurred backgrounds to incredibly detailed landscape shots, outstanding low-light environments, or small-scale video productions, the 28-75mm f/ 2.8 covers it all. The fixed aperture of f/2.8 allows for a pleasing depth of field with natural bokeh for focusing on the subject. The lightweight lens weighs just 1.2lbs (565g), making it easy to pack, carry, or use for all-day events. When paired with the Nikon Z 5, the new 28-75mm f/2.8 lens makes for a compelling combination as a cost-effective full-frame kit to take anywhere, or be paired with the Z 6II for Take content creation to the next level.
The NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 offers many of the benefits of its prized sibling, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S. 75mm f/2.8 is about 30% lighter with a slimmer profile. The lens features a control ring for maximum customization and excels in video creation with minimal focusing and near-silent operation. The new 28-75mm f/2.8 lens also features a minimum focusing distance of just 0.19m (at 28mm), making it an excellent choice for sophisticated cuisine, tabletop photography and fashion.
Key features of the NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8:
- The NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 delivers amazing sharpness and a bright f/2.8 aperture, making it possible to shoot in low light or create images with beautiful and natural bokeh.
- This lens weighs just 1.2 lbs oz (565g), 8.4 oz lighter than the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S. In addition to portability, the lens is well-suited to gimbal use for content creation. and video production.
- The 0.62ft (0.19m) minimum focusing distance allows users to capture intricate details.
- Utilizing a stepping motor (STM) with outstanding response, the lens quickly focuses on moving subjects during still photography or video recording. The ultra-quiet STM significantly reduces lens drive and active sound during focus and video recording.
- With the control ring, users can manually focus or change ISO sensitivity, aperture, and exposure compensation in stills and video. Smooth rotation allows for precise focus control. The knurling used improves performance.
- The lens is sealed to prevent dust and water droplets from entering, allowing worry-free use in everyday situations. * It also has an effective anti-rust coating for easy cleaning.
Evolution of the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR WILL
Nikon is pleased to announce the development of the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S, a super telephoto prime for full-frame (FX-format) Nikon Z mirrorless cameras.
The NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S is an S-Line lens that delivers powerful rendering with outstanding resolution while radically reducing color bleed. Utilizing a PF (Phase Fresnel) lens enables a compact and lightweight body, it is highly portable despite being a super telephoto lens. With its high rendering performance and excellent portability, this lens will be an excellent choice for a wide range of photographers from amateur to professional.
Pricing and Availability
The NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens will be available in early 2022 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $1199.95**. Additional information on the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S will be available later. For more information on Nikon’s latest products, including other NIKKOR Z lenses and the full collection of Z series cameras, please visit nikonusa.com.
Specifications Nikon Nikkor Z 28-75mm F2.8
| Main specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens |
| Maximum format size | 35mm FF |
| Focal distance | 28–75 mm |
| Image stabilization mode | Is not |
| Lens mount | Nikon Z |
| Shell mouth | |
| Maximum aperture | F2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | F22 |
| Aperture ring | Is not |
| Number of membrane wings | 9 |
| Aperture Notes | Round blade |
| optics | |
| Factors | 15 |
| Groups | twelfth |
| Special elements/overlays | Three aspherical elements, one ED element, one Super ED . element |
| Focus | |
| Minimum focus | 0.19 m (7.48 .)s) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.34× |
| Auto focus | It’s correct |
| Engine type | Stepper motor |
| Full-time user manual | Is not |
| Focus method | internal |
| Distance scale | Is not |
| DoF . scale | Is not |
| Physically | |
| Weight | 565 g (1.25 lb) |
| Diameter | 75 mm (2.95 .)s) |
| Longs | 121 mm (4.76 .)s) |
| Zoom method | Rotary (expansion) |
| Electric zoom | Is not |
| Zoom lock | Is not |
| Filter diameter | sixty seven mm |
| Range hood provided | It’s correct |
| Product code of the hood | HB-93A |
| Tripod neck | Is not |
