Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
This 105mm f/2.8 macro lens delivers true 1:1 magnification with edge-to-edge sharpness, aided by a dual-motor multi-focus system and Nano Crystal/ARNEO coatings that suppress flare and chromatic aberration. Its 4.5-stop Vibration Reduction enables steady handheld close-ups, while weather sealing and a fluorine coating handle dust and moisture. Best for macro photographers capturing fine details of insects, products, or flowers who need reliable sharpness and stabilization without a tripod.
About This Lens
Reveal hidden worlds and thrilling details with the NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Macro Lens from Nikon. This S-line macro lens provides a versatile 105mm focal length, a close working distance, and a true 1:1 reproduction ratio. It fills the frame with the edge-to-edge sharpness and exquisite color. Whether you're shooting wedding details, jewelry, food, flowers, products, nature, wildlife, or portraits, this professional lens takes your vision into the extraordinary.
- Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/32
- Fast Macro Prime Lens
- 11.4" Minimum Focus
- 1:1 Magnification
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong social proof (90th percentile) 90th
- Strong af (86th percentile) 86th
- Strong user sentiment (80th percentile) 80th
Cons
- Below average aperture (4th percentile) 4th
- Below average bokeh (7th percentile) 7th
- Below average versatility (34th percentile) 34th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 105 |
| Focal Length Max | 105 |
| Elements | 16 |
| Groups | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Crystal and ARNEO Coatings |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | 32 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Build
| Mount | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 kg / 1.4 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 62 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | STM |
| Stabilization | Yes |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 290 |
| Max Magnification | 1:1 |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S | Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS | Tamron Di III 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 | Sony G SEL1655G | Sirui Sniper 56mm Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 105mm | 70-200mm | 28-75mm | 28-200mm | 16-55mm | 56mm |
| Max Aperture | 32 | 2.8 | f/2.8 | f/4 | f/2.8 | f/1.2 |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E | Nikon Z | L-Mount | Sony E | E Mount |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | true | false | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | false |
| Weight (g) | 630 | 176 | 550 | 413 | 494 | 880 |
| AF Type | STM | HLA | VXD linear motor | Autofocus | XD Linear Motor | STM |
| Lens Type | macro | telephoto | zoom | macro | zoom | prime |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S | 85.8 | 7.1 | 57.6 | 69.2 | 79 | 4.2 | 79.9 | 34 | 89.9 | 94.5 |
| Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Compare | 53.5 | 87 | 93.1 | 46 | 99.7 | 78.7 | 62.7 | 79.6 | 89.9 | 99.9 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Compare | 98 | 80.8 | 63 | 84 | 87.9 | 78.7 | 79.9 | 78.6 | 89.9 | 34.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 Compare | 53.5 | 71.2 | 73.4 | 87.8 | 91.3 | 65 | 0 | 95.9 | 89.9 | 99.5 |
| Sony G SEL1655G Compare | 98 | 80.8 | 66.9 | 62.4 | 95.8 | 78.7 | 0 | 85 | 89.9 | 34.7 |
| Sirui Sniper 56mm Autofocus Compare | 85.8 | 97.9 | 18.4 | 97.9 | 73.6 | 97.9 | 62.7 | 34 | 89.9 | 80 |
Usage Scores
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