Nikon has introduced the first power zoom lens in the Z series. The ultra-wide-angle NIKKOR Z DX 12-28 mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens for APS-C (Nikon DX format) is also optimized for video recording, for example in combination with gimbals. It weighs a mere 205g.
NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR...
With a zoom range of 12-28mm, it offers the widest DX Nikkor Z focal length available to date. Converted to full frame/FX, the range is equivalent to 18-42mm (angle of view 99° to 53°). The optical construction includes 12 lenses in 11 groups (1 ED glass lens and 1 aspherical lens). The closest focusing distance is 19 cm at all zoom positions.
The power zoom offers 11 different zoom speeds; the entire zoom range can be covered in just over half a second at the fastest setting, or in up to 36 seconds. The zoom is controlled via assignable camera buttons or remotely via the Nikon ML-L7 remote control or SnapBridge app.
...on the Nikon Z30.
The lens barrel does not get longer or shorter when focusing or zooming, so in gimbal mode there is no need to rebalance after a zoom. The image stabilizer integrated into the lens is supposed to ensure blur-free shots. The aperture ring is unclicked, the aperture consists of 7 aperture blades. 67mm filters are compatible.
The NIKKOR Z DX 12-28 mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR is expected to be available in stores at the end of May 2023 for EUR 429.
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