Inside the Box
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Lens
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Lens front cap (LC-62B)
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Lens rear cap (LF-N1)
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Lens hood (HB-99)
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Lens pouch (CL-C2)
Close-up and macro photography, a favourite of many, has gained momentum in recent times. Macro photography reveals the world that we miss seeing with our naked eyes. Nikon recently introduced two new Micro lenses (that’s the way Nikon chooses to call its macro lenses) – the Nikkor Z MC 50 mm f/2.8 S which was reviewed by Smart Photography in the August 2021 issue, and the Nikkor Z MC 105 mm f/2.8 VR S, which is the reason for this review. The 105 mm Micro lens not only provides a magnification ratio of up to 1:1 for extreme close-ups, it can also be used as a medium telephoto lens for portraiture, table-tops, jewellery, landscapes, flowers etc. Let’s see how this lens performs on our test bench…
Design & Build Quality
The Nikkor Z MC 105 mm f/2.8 VR S lens, is lightweight and well made for the purpose. It does not feel hefty and as robust as some old Nikkor lenses, but one has to understand that lenses are designed for taking pictures and not as clubs to bash someone! Also, the lighter the lens, easier it is on the AF motor. Unless misused, the lens should last for several years. The Nikkor ‘S’ logo denotes it as a premium lens for the Z-series camera bodies. The lens is weather sealed. The lens mount is made from metal and a rubberised ring on the mount prevents dust or water splashes from entering the lens. The lens comes bundled with a plastic lens hood. Filter thread is 62 mm and the lens is made in Thailand.
This story is from the September 2021 edition of Smart Photography.
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