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

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Product Overview

Nikon Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR is a standard zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount. It covers the APS-C image circle. Introduced by Nikon in 2019, it has 9 elements in 7 groups.
Like most zoom lenses, the Nikon Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR is externally-zooming. Unfortunately, Nikon has opted to omit weather sealing for this lens, so owners should pay extra attention when shooting in incremental weathers.
A standard zoom lens with moderate aperture, the Nikon Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR is more of a "volume seller" than a premium option. Still, some photographers may find the results "good enough". The lens is also stabilized, making it even easier to use for videos and stills alike.

Ratings

What we found

Pros
  • Excellent wide-angle coverage
  • Optical stabilization
  • 1:5 macro magnification
  • Dust and splash protection
Cons
  • Not as sharp as full-frame Z lenses
  • Omits lens hood

What external reviewers found

External score 75%
Pros
  • Excellent image stabilization
  • Lightweight and compact
  • Dust and splash protection
Cons
  • Dim aperture
  • No stabilization

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External Reviews

pcmag[1]

Reviewer score 75% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from pcmag have found:
The Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR puts all the emphasis on size, pairing well with the lightweight Z 50. The lens focuses as close as 7.9 inches, netting 1:5 life-size macro magnification. At the midpoint of the zoom, around 35mm, the maximum aperture is f/5.3.
Pros
  • Lightweight and compact
  • Excellent image stabilization
  • Dust and splash protection
Cons
  • Dim aperture
  • No stabilization

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References

  1. ^ Nikon Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Review. [pcmag].

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