Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm F2.8 Macro Lens (2021)
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Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 is a standard macro lens with autofocus. Unlike the MC 105mm f/2.8 unveiled at the same time, this lens can only stop down to a moderate f/22 aperture, though it retains the 1:1 maximum magnification.
As usual with 50mm macro lenses, the MC 50mm f/2.8 does not leave much room for the photographer to operate, as the minimum focusing distance is just 16cm from the focal plane. This usually limits the type of subjects (inactive) for which the lens is appropriate.
The upside, meanwhile, is the compactness of this lens, which makes carrying it around all day easy. Its natural 50mm focal length also makes this lens a versatile choice.
This lens also comes with a focus limiter as well as an AF-MF switch. Its large focus ring makes manual focus / adjustment more instinctive.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 78% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- High maximum magnification
- Weather-sealed
- Comes with physical aperture ring
Cons
- Largely made of plastic
What external reviewers found***
External score 77% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Fully weather sealed
- Optical image stabilization
- Long focal length working distances
Cons
- Short focus distances
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Specifications
Construction
Aperture Blades
9 blades
Colors
Black
Form Factor
Normal Prime Lens
Image Size
Full-Frame
Lens Barrel
Physical aperture ring
Lens Mount
Nikon Z-mount
Motor
Stepper motor
Optical Formula | Elements
10 elements
Optical Formula | Groups
7 groups
Dimensions
Filter Diameter
46 mm / 1.81 in
Size | Diameter
75 mm / 2.95 in
Size | Length
66 mm / 2.60 in
Weight
260 g / 9.19 oz
Function
Angle Of View
46.8° Diagonal | 39.6° Horizontal | 27.0° Vertical
Aperture
f/2.8 ~ f/22
Autofocus
Yes
Focal Length
50 mm
Focus Type
Extending front
Image Stabilization
No
Weather Resistance
Yes
Performance
Max Magnification
1x
Min Focus Distance
160 mm / 6.30 in
Production
Debut
2021-06-02
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Reviewer score 77%: The Z-Nikkor comes with a lens profile which can be controlled from the camera. Vignette control offers the usual options of High, Normal, Low and Off. Diffraction compensation and Auto distortion control can be activated or deactivated. The lens hood is included but is only 6mm deep and has to be mounted in the filter thread. The lenses have lens profiles in Adobe’s RAW converter.
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Pros
- Fully weather sealed
- Long focal length working distances
- Optical image stabilization
Cons
- Short focus distances
- Short focus distance working distances
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References
- ^ Nikon Z MC 50mm f2.8 review. [cameralabs]. https://www.cameralabs.com/nikon-z-mc-50mm-f2-8-review/. Retrieved 2022-01-21.
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