We had to wait quite a while for a native Z mount Nikon macro lens, and then two came along at once. The 105mm f/2.8 VR is the more advanced (and more expensive) of the two, but it provides stunning results for lovers of close-up photography. With a useful focal length for portraits and other subjects too, it's also quite a flexible option.
In-built stabilization; Excellent bokeh; Advanced coatings;
Somewhat large and bulky
The Nikon Z-series lens line-up now has two macro lenses and they’re both very good, but the Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has a few refinements that make it worth the extra money over the Nikkor Z MC 50mm f/2.8.
1:1 Magnification, VR Image Stabilization, OLED Lens Information Panel
Aperture range varies with focus distance, About 1.5x the price of the Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm f/2.8
Nikon's Z MC 105mm f2.8 VR S is a very good macro lens which also doubles up as a light telephoto. It produces very sharp images with almost no field-curvature or colour aberrations and can confidently be used wide open and in challenging contra-light situations.
The Z series of lenses continues to offer extraordinary optics and in this case at least, with a reasonable price tag to go with it. The 105mm focal length is versatile and covers a multitude of subjects and is well established as a firm favourite in macro lenses.
Outstanding sharpness, Very low CA, Low distortion, No flare, Beautiful bokeh, Weather resistance, High construction standards, OLED display, Customisable control functions, Excellent ergonomics, Virtually silent, fast AF
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