NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S

One of the sharpest lenses in my kit! I was apprehensive about the build quality being mostly plastic compared to previous versions but the construction is solid and the lighter weight is immediately noticeable. The electronic manual focus does take time to get used to but focus with the Z8 highly accurate and I very rarely manual focus so this is a minor issue for me personally. It is longer than the previous 105mm F version but when you add the FTZ adapter to the F mount lens the 105mm Z is slightly shorter overall.

Every previous 105 Macro from Nikon was bested by third party lenses. But not this time. This Z mount Macro is insanely good, just about perfect with endless sharpness in macro usage and wonderful rendering when used for portraits and other applications. Nikon really did this one right. Worth every penny.

Terrific lens, incredible sharpnes and nice bokeh, too. Definitely a step up from the F mount version.

Slightly sharper than the F mount version and also seems to have a little more snap to the pictures for macro. Lighter weight compared to the F mount as well. Highly recommended

I upgraded from an 85mm Nikkor macro to this and while I expected an improvement I wasn't prepared for how staggeringly good this lens is. The details and colors revealed are beautifully sharp and vibrant, and the focusing is incredible - fast, quiet and accurate. I can't imagine anyone being disappointed with this lens.

Love the lens. Took a little getting acquainted. I have zooms primarily. Great results now. Could not be more pleased.

I have been a wide-angle astrophotographer for several years. However, this hobby requires a greta deal of patience with weather and seasons. So, I thought I would explore the completely opposite of pictures of the large universe--and go small, really small. To commemorate my transition, I have attached an image that nicely captures both worlds, as a PARODY. I have not yet used this lens for portraits, but I know from my own experience with the pre-mirrorless version of the 105mm, f 2.8, that I can count on hit to deliver "people Pix."

For over thirty years I enjoyed my Nikkor 105mm F3.5 micro recessed lens. Upon purchasing the Z9 the current version in the Z format was the lens I coveted the most. That was due to its' ability to focus ultra fast and and capture outdoor nature subjects, which proved to be true. I had forgotten what a great head & shoulder portrait lens it is as well, which I rediscovered at a family reunion. Ergonomically the lens balances well with the Z9 body. This is an investment with no regrets.

My new Nikkor Z MC 105mm f2.8 VR S lens is great. It is doing exactly what I was wanting it to do and is a bargain for the money.. I highly recommend this lens to anyone wanting to do some close-up photography.