Nikon may be on the verge of releasing its inaugural DX macro lens for mirrorless cameras, according to recent rumors.
In the ever-evolving world of photography, the anticipation for new lenses is always high, and this year, Nikon has some exciting additions planned for their Nikon Z50 and Z50 II users. The author of this article, Mike Harris, a seasoned photographer and writer with bylines in renowned publications such as Digital Camera, PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine, Practical Photography, Digital Photographer, iMore, TechRadar, and N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine, takes a closer look at the upcoming Nikon Z DX lenses.
Nikon has announced its intention to release two DX lenses this year, marking a significant expansion of their APS-C (DX) mirrorless lens lineup. The first, a 35mm f/1.8 macro lens, is particularly intriguing, as the current lineup lacks a dedicated macro lens. This new lens, with an equivalent 52mm 'nifty fifty' focal length, would be a welcome addition to the sparse smattering of native APS-C glass in the Nikon Z lenses.
The second anticipated DX lens is a 16-50mm f/2.8, which, while not a macro, would offer a 24-75mm equivalent focal length with a fixed aperture, appealing to serious DX photographers.
In addition to these, Nikon has already announced the Nikon Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR, an all-in-one zoom lens for DX format cameras, covering a versatile focal range ideal for both stills and video.
The report by Nikon Rumors suggests that sources expect these lenses "or similar," indicating that there may be slight differences if they are released. However, the anticipation for these lenses remains high, particularly the 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 and 24mm f/2.8, along with the already introduced 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR zoom.
The launch of the Nikon Z50 II last year was well-received, and its successor may signal more DX love heading our way from Nikon. With Sigma already having made three Nikon Z lenses, it's exciting to see what other manufacturers may bring to the table.
Mike Harris, the author of this article, brings a wealth of expertise in various photography genres, including portraits, landscapes, abstracts, architecture, wildlife, and fast things going around race tracks. His work on Wex Photo Video's content team and his tenure as Technique Editor on N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine further solidify his position as a knowledgeable voice in the world of photography.
As we eagerly await the release of these new lenses, it's clear that 2022 is shaping up to be an exciting year for Nikon Z50 and Z50 II users. Stay tuned for more updates on these anticipated additions to the Nikon Z DX lens lineup.
- The anticipation for new lenses from Nikon is high, especially for the Nikon Z50 and Z50 II users, as Nikon plans to release two DX lenses this year.
- The first of the upcoming DX lenses from Nikon is a 35mm f/1.8 macro lens, which would be a welcome addition to the sparse APS-C glass in the Nikon Z lenses, as the current lineup lacks a dedicated macro lens.
- The second anticipated DX lens from Nikon is a 16-50mm f/2.8, providing a 24-75mm equivalent focal length with a fixed aperture, appealing to serious DX photographers.
- In addition to these, Nikon has already announced the Nikon Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR, an all-in-one zoom lens for DX format cameras, ideal for both stills and video.
- Slight differences in the upcoming lenses might be expected, according to the report by Nikon Rumors, but the excitement for these lenses, particularly the 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 and 24mm f/2.8, remains high.
- The launch of the Nikon Z50 II last year was well-received, and its successor may signal more DX love heading our way from Nikon.
- The author of this article, Mike Harris, is a seasoned photographer and writer, known for his work in portraits, landscapes, abstracts, architecture, wildlife, and fast things going around race tracks.
- With the anticipated new lenses and potential contributions from other manufacturers, 2022 seems poised to be an exciting year for Nikon Z50 and Z50 II users, staying tuned for more updates.
