Nikon Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Review

December 8, 2021 | Mark Goldstein | Rating star Rating star Rating star Rating star Half rating star

Specifications

Type

Nikon Z mount

Format

DX

Focal length

50-250 mm

Maximum aperture

f/4.5 to 6.3

Minimum aperture

f/22 to 32

Lens construction

16 elements in 12 groups (including 1 ED element)

Angle of view

31° 30' to 6° 30' (DX image area)

Focal length scale

Graduated in millimeters (50, 70, 100, 135, 200, 250)

Focusing system

Internal focusing system

Minimum focus distance

50 mm zoom position: 0.5 m (1.64 ft), 70 mm zoom position: 0.52 m (1.71 ft), 100 mm zoom position: 0.58 m (1.91 ft), 135 mm zoom position: 0.65 m (2.14 ft), 200 mm zoom position: 0.83 m (2.73 ft), 250 mm zoom position: 1.0 m (3.29 ft) (measured from focal plane)

Maximum reproduction ratio

0.23x

Vibration reduction

Yes. Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs)

No. of diaphragm blades

7 (rounded diaphragm opening)

Filter attachment size

62 mm (P = 0.75 mm)

Diameter x length (extension from lens mount)

Approx. 74 mm/3 in. maximum diameter x 110 mm/4.4 in. (distance from camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted)

Weight

Approx. 405 g (14.3 oz.)

Autofocus

Yes

Internal focusing

Yes

Focusing

Auto, Manual

Supplied accessories

LC-62B 62 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-N1 Rear Lens Cap

¹ Based on CIPA standards