NIKKOR Z MC 105MM F/2.8 VR S

A stunner of a macro lens

- Matthew Richards

Building on the success of Nikon’s AF-S VR Micro 105mm f/2.8G macro lens for F-mount DSLRs, this Z-mount lens takes everything to a new level. While it delivers the same full 1.0x macro magnification at its closest focus distance of 0.29m, it has an optical VR system that boosts effectiveness from three to 4.5 stops. It also includes a feast of handling finery, and delivers a mighty upgrade in image quality.

The optical path is top-notch, featuring one aspherical element and three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements, in a total lineup of 16 elements in 11 groups. Autofocus is driven by a Dual-Motor Multi-Focus STM system, which is super-fast and virtually silent.