The Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 is a compact and lightweight telephoto zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount cameras, offering a constant f/2.8 aperture for excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field.
Key Features:
Reviewers praise the lens for its impressive size, weight, and price point compared to the professional-grade NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S lens, while still delivering strong optical performance.
Lightweight and Compact Design: Weighing approximately 795g, it is significantly lighter and smaller than the 70-200mm f/2.8 S, making it a "go-to lens for being on-the-go".
Constant f/2.8 Aperture: This fast aperture is ideal for low-light situations and creating a beautiful, blurred background (bokeh).
Close-Focusing Capability: It offers excellent minimum focus distances (as close as 0.27m at 70mm), allowing for macro-style shots with a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.48x.
Autofocus Performance: The highly accurate stepping motor (STM) provides fast, smooth, and quiet autofocus, suitable for both still photography and video applications.
Compatibility with Teleconverters: The lens is compatible with Nikon's 1.4x and 2x Z-series teleconverters, extending the reach up to 360mm.
Build Quality: It features a weather-sealed design to resist dust and water droplets, and the front element has an anti-fouling coating.