Overview
The Nikon Z mount telephoto zoom lens offers more light and freedom for photographers. With its versatile range, it allows for sharp focus on distant scenes and fast-moving action. The wide Nikon Z mount also ensures more detail, depth, and color in every photo and movie. This lens is perfect for capturing a variety of subjects, from action shots to portraits.
With a maximum focal length of 250 mm, this lens is perfect for capturing distant subjects with smooth bokeh and minimal camera shake. It also features in-lens Vibration Reduction for clearer photos and steady 4K video footage. The silent control ring allows for easy adjustment of key functions, and the retractable-lens mechanism makes it compact and convenient for travel. Overall, this DX mirrorless telephoto zoom lens is a great all-round performer for photographers on the go.
Summary
Focal Length: 50-250mm
Max Aperture: f/4.5-6.3
Lens Format: DX
Lens Type: Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount: Nikon Z Mount
Filter Thread: 62mm
Included in box
1x NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5 – 6.3 VR Lens
1x LC-62B 62 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap
1x LF-N1 Rear Lens Cap
About the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5 – 6.3 VR Lens
Compact mirrorless telephoto zoom lens
Frame unique portraits. Capture distant action. With a maximum focal length of 250 mm, this fast-focusing 5x zoom lens offers more reach than most. Perfect for travel, it’s a great all-round performer that delivers beautifully sharp photos and movies
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 12groups (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
More light. More freedom.
Opportunities abound with a telephoto zoom this versatile. You have the reach to bring distant scenes into sharp focus. The focusing speed to nail the action. No matter what you shoot, the wide Nikon Z mount lets the lens capture more light across the entire frame. You get more detail, depth, and colour in every photo and movie.
Action
Enjoy the freedom to zoom in for dramatic close-ups of distant subjects, or go wide to frame the whole scene. You’ll capture action with real clarity, even when it’s moving fast.
Portraits
You can capture portraits with smooth bokeh from a distance, even in low light. A minimum focus distance of just 0.5 m lets you focus sharply on subjects that are closer.
Movies
Whether you’re setting the scene or zooming in on distant skylines, this lens focuses smoothly and quietly. You get 4K video footage that’s sharp and steady, even if you film while walking.
Zoom into life
Photos or movies, this NIKKOR Z lens excels in the moment. In-lens Vibration Reduction lets you shoot at shutter speeds up to 5 stops slower than otherwise possible.¹ You can capture clearer photos as daylight fades, or film without the unwanted effects of camera shake. Focusing is fast and virtually silent.
Take control
The silent control ring can be used for key functions including manual focus, aperture control (great for fading in or out during video recording), or exposure compensation.
Be ready
Never miss a shooting opportunity. The button-free retractable-lens mechanism is quick and easy to use. You simply extend or retract the lens by rotating the zoom ring.
Travel light
This DX mirrorless telephoto zoom is super-compact when retracted. When you retract the lens, it locks in place so it won’t slip and extend while it’s in your bag.
