Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S

Ultimate sharpness for macro and portrait photography

Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
85/100
LENS SCORE
Features 18
Performance 19
Durability 18
Price 13
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 20098

Key Features

OPTICS 16 elements in 11 groups with ARNEO and Nano Crystal coats
MACRO 1:1 reproduction ratio with 0.29m minimum focus distance
AUTOFOCUS Multi-focus system using two AF drive units for precision
STABILIZATION In-lens VR providing 4.5 stops of compensation
APERTURE 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
DISPLAY Integrated OLED information panel for focus/aperture/depth of field
CONTROL Customizable control ring and L-Fn button
WEATHER SEALING Extensive weather-sealing and fluorine coating on front element
BUILD S-Line premium construction with metal mount
COMPATIBILITY Full support for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras
FOCUS LIMITER Switch to limit focus range for faster AF
COATING Nano Crystal and ARNEO coats to reduce ghosting
MOUNT Nikon Z-mount with large diameter for light transmission

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Electronic manual focus
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✓ Present Full / Infinity-0.5m
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present Customizable
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present VR
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Dust and drip resistant

How-to Use Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 105mm
Aperture Range f/2.8 - f/32
Format Full Frame (FX)
Minimum Focus 0.29m (0.96ft)
Max Magnification 1.0x
Elements/Groups 16 / 11
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Thread 62mm
Stabilization Yes (VR)
Autofocus Multi-focus system
Weather Sealing Yes
Weight 630g
Dimensions 85mm x 140mm