Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28 f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens

Overview

Introducing the NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR, the everyday lens partner that is new to the ever-expanding NIKKOR Z line-up. Designed to inspire a diverse range of creative expressions, the latest DX-format lens is optimised to capture both stills and video in a compact design. It is the first NIKKOR Z lens equipped with a power zoom supporting a remote-control operation, minimal operational sound disruption, and features an internal zoom mechanism that does not shift its centre of gravity.

Key features

DX Format Lens (Z 30, Z 50 and Z fc)
18-42mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
4.5-Stop VR Image Stabilisation
Power Zoom Design
Built in VR (4.5 Stops)
Minimum Focusing Distance 19cm
Customisable Control Ring
Dust and Drip Resistant Design
Ideal for vlogging, Travel and Landscape
67mm Filter
Lightweight and Portable approx. 205g

Ideal for content creators the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28 f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens features a quiet STM focusing motor, seamless power zoom operation and built in VR stabilisation. The electronic power zoom function can be customised to operate in 11 different speeds, this way you can choose the ideal zoom speed to match your cinematic masterpiece.

Activate power zoom directly from a camera body, or with the ML-L7 Bluetooth Remote. For a more tactile yet smooth experience, rotate the zoom ring to enable power zooming automatically and adjust the zoom position according to its rotation angle. Zooming in and out is made easy with 11 customisable speed at your control. In addition, power zoom works well even when shooting with the MC-N10 remote grip and gimbal.

The Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28 f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens lets you go wide and get creative with ease, thanks to its focal length range of 12-28 mm (eq. 18-42mm). An all-in-one lens from ultra wide shots emphasising perspective to portraits with dreamy bokeh. Produce brighter stills and videos with its wide zoom range as the high flexibility of the Z system’s design allows the lens to capture more light.

Focus on capturing consistent footage while the lens takes care of accidental shaking and vibration. Enjoy the freedom to capture sharp and clear stills and videos, even in low-light situations such as during sunsets, with a Vibration Reduction (VR) effect of up to 4.5 stops. For fast-moving subjects, SPORT mode can be enabled to enhance VR effect and achieve stable footage.

Small in size but comprehensive on features, the lens weighs approximately 205g, an ideal everyday companion for users. The dust-and-drip resistant design helps to prevent dust and moisture from entering the lens. The lens also features a customisable control ring, which can be assigned to manual focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO for added customisation.

With the introduction of the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28 f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens, the NIKKOR Z range now has a total of 36 native lenses for the Z series range. From 14mm all the way to 800mm and beyond (with the help of two teleconverters)
The NIKKOR Z range covers virtually all applications for stills and video regardless of what you are shooting.