Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm F/2.8 Lens

Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 Lens

Overview

The NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 is a compact and lightweight wide-angle prime lens specifically designed for Nikon's Z-mount mirrorless cameras. With its 26mm focal length, this lens offers a versatile field of view, making it ideal for a variety of photographic genres, including street photography, landscapes, and travel. Its f/2.8 maximum aperture ensures excellent performance in low-light situations and allows for creative depth-of-field control.

Key Features

• Wide-Angle Perspective: The 26mm focal length provides a wide field of view, perfect for capturing expansive scenes. On Nikon Z DX-format cameras, it translates to an equivalent focal length of approximately 39mm, making it a versatile lens for everyday photography.

• Bright f/2.8 Aperture: The maximum aperture of f/2.8 allows for good low-light performance, enabling you to capture clear images in dim conditions. It also facilitates creative control over depth of field, providing beautiful background blur (bokeh) when desired.

• Compact and Lightweight Design: Weighing just 135 grams (4.8 oz) and measuring 47mm (1.9 inches) in length, this lens is extremely portable, making it an excellent choice for photographers who prioritize mobility. Its compact size makes it easy to carry for extended periods, ideal for travel and street photography.

• High-Quality Optics: The lens features advanced optical construction with multiple aspherical elements, designed to minimize distortion and aberrations. This results in sharp, clear images with high contrast across the frame, even at wider apertures.

• Fast and Silent Autofocus: Equipped with a stepping motor (STM), the lens provides fast and quiet autofocus performance, making it suitable for both still photography and video recording. The smooth operation is particularly beneficial for videographers seeking to avoid noise during recording.

• Minimum Focus Distance: The lens has a minimum focusing distance of 0.2 meters (0.66 feet), allowing for close-up shots with a wide perspective. This capability makes it great for capturing details in everyday subjects or environmental portraits.

• Durable Build: Despite its compact form, the lens features a durable design with some degree of weather sealing, offering protection against dust and moisture. This durability makes it a reliable choice for outdoor photography.

Specifications

• Focal Length: 26mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Construction: 9 elements in 7 groups (including aspherical elements)
• Angle of View: 80° (FX-format), 61° (DX-format)
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.2 meters (0.66 feet)
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 0.13x
• Autofocus: Yes (stepping motor)
• Filter Size: 52mm
• Dimensions: 70mm (diameter) x 47mm (length)
• Weight: 135g (4.8 oz)

Ideal For

The NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 lens is ideal for photographers looking for a versatile, lightweight, and portable wide-angle lens for everyday use. It excels in street photography, travel, landscape, and casual portraiture. Its compact size and excellent optical performance make it an essential addition to any photographer’s gear, particularly those using Nikon's Z-mount system.