NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S

My first photos of flowers were beautiful. Used it with my Z 7ll. So glad I got it even though I had a macro lens.

After 20 years of shooting Nikon DSLs, I finally decided to get acquainted with mirrorless gear. Because I considered the 105mm macro essential, it was my second lens purchase. After putting the Z MC 105mm through two weeks of testing, I'm happy to report that it handles well and is blazingly sharp. In fact, because I've had a version Nikon's macro 105mm since 1976, I'm sure the Z MC 105mm is the sharpest one yet. Fashion photography is my primary focus, so this lens fills the roles of portrait lens for hair and make-up shots, short telephoto for subject isolation on location, and, of course, macro lens for close-ups of make-up and jewelry. Well done, Nikon!

I'm impressed by the sharpness of the pictures from this lens. It's the best macro lens I've ever used. It took a little getting used to at first because I was getting a lot of blurry and dark pictures but now I'm getting much better pictures after learning to use it correctly.

This is a really wonderful lens: sharp, bright, and outstanding bokeh when it’s wide open. Until this one, which I purchased mainly for its macro capabilities, I used only a couple of zoom lenses. It excels at macro shots, and reveals detail that would be nearly impossible to get without it. I’m looking forward to focus stacking some macro subjects. Then I discovered how great the 105 MC is for portraits and other medium length shots. I’m still learning its capabilities, but so far, it’s a fantastic addition to my kit. It does take a little finesse to focus on macro subjects, but that was not at all a surprise considering how narrow the depth of field is when the subject is very close to the camera. Highly recommended!

This is a really wonderful lens: sharp, bright, and outstanding bokeh when it’s wide open. Until this one, which I purchased mainly for its macro capabilities, I used only a couple of zoom lenses. It excels at macro shots, and reveals detail that would be nearly impossible to get without it. I’m looking forward to focus stacking some macro subjects. Then I discovered how great the 105 MC is for portraits and other medium length shots. I’m still learning its capabilities, but so far, it’s a fantastic addition to my kit. It does take a little finesse to focus on macro subjects, but that was not at all a surprise considering how narrow the depth of field is when the subject is very close to the camera. Highly recommended!

This lens is incredibly sharp, and actually renders quite nicely as a daily shooter. I find I leave it on my camera as much as possible, even though I do a small amount of macro, and a lot of run and gun photography. The autofocus is noticeably slower than other lenses, which is expected for a macro lens.

As a bonus I have found the VR very helpful for shooting hand-held video- and the minimum focus distance is also a video benefit.

This lens has pretty much entirely replaced my 85 mm 1.8s which is a lens I love.

This lens continues to be the one that stays on my camera the most. I have the z 50mm f/1.8 s which is also a fantastic lens, but ever since I purchased this one, I just find myself not wanting to take it off my camera. I also have the z 24-70 f/4 s, and the z 40mm f/2, which are also great lenses. This lens though is on another level. It does take a little time to get used to, but it is well worth it. The macro photo quality is amazing. The 105mm focal range is perfect for portraits. Even landscapes and just everyday street photography it really excels. With this lens, you are only limited by your own creativity.

Amazing sharpness, contrast and color rendition!! I'm still learning the lens but very impressed. Focus takes some getting used to but found that limiting the focus and using pinpoint auto focus helps. Also discovered that continuous focus does help for things like flowers that move in the breeze.Takes a bit of work but you'll be rewarded! Looking forward to further exploring the capabilities of this superb lens!

Out of over 15 lenses from various brands, without a doubt this is one of the best piece of glass that I used. Incredible image quality both for macro creativity and portrait work. Highly recommend this lens to anyone who is serious about photography.