Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR Review

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Specifications

Type

Nikon Z mount

Format

DX

Focal length

16-50 mm

Maximum aperture

f/3.5 to 6.3

Minimum aperture

f/22 to 40

Lens construction

9 elements in 7 groups (including 1 ED element and 4 aspherical elements)

Angle of view

83° to 31° 30' (DX image area)

Focal length scale

Graduated in millimeters (16, 24, 35, 50)

Focusing system

Internal focusing system

Minimum focus distance

16 mm zoom position: 0.25 m (0.82 ft), 24 mm zoom position: 0.2 m (0.66 ft), 35 mm zoom position: 0.23 m (0.76 ft), 50 mm zoom position: 0.3 m (0.99 ft) (measured from focal plane)

Maximum reproduction ratio

0.2x

Vibration reduction

Yes. Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs)

No. of diaphragm blades

7 (rounded diaphragm opening)

Filter attachment size

46 mm (P = 0.75 mm)

Diameter x length (extension from lens mount)

Approx. 70 mm/2.8 in. maximum diameter x 32 mm/1.3 in. (distance from camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted)

Weight

Approx. 135 g (4.8 oz.)

Autofocus

Yes

Internal focusing

Yes

Focusing

Auto, Manual

Supplied accessories

LC-46B 46 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-N1 Rear Lens Cap