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Nikon boosts Z-Mount
Smart Photography
|April 2025
Nikon made waves at CP+ 2025 with two NCP+ 2025 lens announcements for its Z-mount system, delighting photographers eager for expanded options.
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The Nikkor Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ, a power-zoom lens, targets hybrid shooters with its smooth, video-friendly operation and versatile focal range. Priced at $1,299, it's already in short supply in Japan due to high demand, signaling Nikon's intent to compete in the video market following its RED acquisition.
This story is from the April 2025 edition of Smart Photography.
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