Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F2.8 VR

Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F2.8 VR

The Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f2.8 VR Lens marks a first for the Nikon Z family, an f/2.8 DX-format zoom built to perform in any situation. With exceptional low-light capability, beautifully smooth bokeh, and fast, reliable performance, it’s a true DX powerhouse. The versatile 16–50mm focal length (equivalent to 24–75mm in 35mm/FX format) makes it ideal for everything from wide landscapes to detailed portraits. Whether capturing stills or video, Nikon’s advanced VR image stabilisation keeps handheld shots sharp and steady, while close-up focusing delivers even greater creative flexibility.

The First Z Mount DX f/2.8 Zoom Lens

Experience exceptional clarity and performance with the first Z Mount DX zoom lens featuring a fast, constant f/2.8 aperture. Enjoy brilliant low-light results across the entire zoom range, capture more detail at lower ISOs and use faster shutter speeds to freeze the moment in perfect clarity.

Versatile 16–50mm Zoom Range

Cover everything from wide landscapes to intimate portraits with a 16–50mm focal range (equivalent to 24–75mm in full-frame/FX format). Perfect for travel, street photography, architecture, and everyday creativity.

Stunning Optical Performance

Create images that stand out with beautifully smooth background and foreground bokeh at f/2.8. Stop down the aperture for exceptional sharpness from edge to edge, every detail rendered with precision.

Get Closer, Stay Sharp

With a minimum focus distance of just 0.15 m at 16mm and 0.25 m at 50mm, you can move in close to your subject while maintaining remarkable clarity and detail.

Powerful Vibration Reduction

Shoot handheld with confidence. The built-in lens-shift VR delivers up to 5 stops of image stabilisation for razor-sharp stills in low light and smooth, steady video footage.

Designed for Video Creators

Enjoy fast, silent autofocus and minimal focus breathing for cinematic results. The smooth, silent control ring lets you adjust key settings without disrupting your scene.

Hi-Res Zoom for Video

Double your reach with Hi-Res Zoom, extend the focal range by up to 2x with no loss in image quality when shooting video. Capture every moment, near or far, without swapping lenses.

Lightweight and Reliable

Weighing just 330 g (approx.), this lens is a compact powerhouse. Built with a dust- and drip-resistant design, it’s ready to go wherever your creativity takes you.

Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F2.8 VR Key Features

• First Z Mount DX f/2.8 zoom lens
• Versatile 16-50mm focal-length
• High-performance rendering
• Short minimum focus distance
• Up to 5 stops of built-in VR
• Fast & quiet autofocus
• Minimal focus breathing
• Perfect for video
• 330 g
• Dust- and drip-resistant build