Απίστευτο κομμάτι, αλλά έχει 40.000 κορώνες (ήτοι 3800 ευρά).
Αυτές είναι τιμές εξωπραγματικές να πω την αλήθεια.
Από την άλλη, ήδη ο Mk.1 είναι στα 1400€ μεταχειρισμένος από ιδιώτη.
Φαντάζομαι ότι θα πέσει και άλλο από ιδιώτες και στα 1400-1500€ από μαγαζιά με εξάμηνη εγγύηση.
Καλή εναλλακτική για τον τελευταίο F mount που όλως περιέργως είναι ακόμη στα 1200-1400€.
Ο Ian Wegener παρουσιάζει αναλυτικά τον νέο φακό Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II.
Ζυγίζει κάτω από 1 κιλό, 25% ελαφρύτερος από την προηγούμενη έκδοση.
Arca-Swiss απευθείας στο collar foot του φακού. Μπορεί να μπει απευθείας σε τρίποδο χωρίς να χρειάζεται έξτρα πλακέτα.
Έχει εσωτερικό ζουμ , διαθέτει έναν νέο διακόπτη "Click" για το δαχτυλίδι ελέγχου.
Η ελάχιστη απόσταση εστίασης μειώθηκε στα 80 εκατοστά (από 1 μέτρο στον παλιό).
Ο φακός συνεργάζεται με τηλεμετατροπείς. Με τον 1.4x (στο f/4) και τον 2x (στα 400mm, f/5.6), η εικόνα παραμένει λεπτομερής.
Το σύστημα σταθεροποίησης εικόνας (VR) είναι ίσως το καλύτερο που έχει δοκιμάσει. Η εικόνα στο σκόπευτρο παραμένει ακίνητη.
Η αυτόματη εστίαση είναι εξαιρετικά γρήγορη και κλειδώνει στο θέμα, ακόμα και σε συνθήκες χαμηλού φωτισμού. Μόνο με τη χρήση του 2x τηλεμετατροπέα υπήρξαν ελάχιστες στιγμές που η εστίαση δυσκολεύτηκε ελαφρώς, αλλά παρέμεινε πολύ αξιόπιστη.
Photographer Dustin Abbott shares an in-depth review of the versatile Nikkor Z 24-120mm S-line zoom lens for Nikon Z mirrorless
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Strengths:
Versatile 5x zoom range with strong image quality.
Excellent autofocus performance for both stills and video.
Compact and lightweight design compared to competitors.
Reasonably priced for a premium lens.
Weaknesses:
Lacks built-in Vibration Reduction (VR), which may limit performance for some users.
Some corner sharpness issues, particularly at wider apertures.
Autofocus switch placement may be inconvenient on some camera bodies.
Features
Full-Frame | f/4 to f/22
Wide-Angle to Telephoto Zoom
Multi-Focus Stepping Motor AF System
Programmable Control Ring & L.Fn Button
ED and Aspherical Elements
ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings
Weather-Sealed Design, Fluorine Coating
Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
Pros:
Versatile Zoom Range: The 24-120mm focal length provides excellent flexibility, covering both wide-angle and telephoto needs, which is beneficial for various types of photography such as landscapes, portraits, and events.
Strong Image Quality: Delivers impressive sharpness throughout the zoom range, with particularly good performance at 24mm and 120mm, ensuring high-quality images across diverse shooting scenarios.
Constant Maximum Aperture: Maintains an f/4 aperture throughout the zoom range, allowing for consistent exposure settings and depth of field control without the need to adjust settings while zooming.
Excellent Autofocus Performance: Equipped with a dual stepping motor system for fast, quiet, and smooth autofocus, making it suitable for both still photography and video recording.
Close Focus Capability: The lens has a minimum focus distance of 35cm, enabling unique close-ups and macro-like shots that add depth to portraits and creative photography.
Compact and Lightweight Design: Weighing 630g (1.4 lbs), it is relatively lighter than competitors while providing extra reach, enhancing portability for travelers and outdoor shooters.
Weather-Sealed Construction: Built with multiple seals and a fluorine coating, adding durability and protection against dust and moisture, which is essential for outdoor use.
Customizable Control Ring: A programmable control ring allows photographers to tailor their adjustments for added convenience during shoots.
Low Focus Breathing: Particularly beneficial for video work, ensuring smooth focus transitions without noticeable jumps or shifts.
Value for Money: Priced competitively compared to similar lenses from other brands, offering high performance at a relatively lower cost.
Cons:
Lack of Built-in Vibration Reduction (VR): The absence of lens-based stabilization might hinder performance for users on cameras without in-body stabilization, particularly in low-light conditions.
Corner Sharpness Issues: While overall sharpness is good, there can be noticeable drop-offs in sharpness at the extreme corners, especially at wider apertures, which might affect composition for certain images.
Autofocus Switch Placement: The positioning of the autofocus/mode switch can be awkward when mounted on some camera bodies, potentially leading to a less ergonomic user experience.
Dependence on Electronic Corrections: Vignette and distortion corrections are applied automatically, limiting user control over these aspects in RAW images, which may be a disadvantage for advanced photographers preferring manual correction.
Nikon’s new NIKKOR Z 70-200mm F/2.8 VR S II lens is a big update to its flagship 70-200mm lens, but it’s also a light(er) update. The new lens will be available in March, and can be preordered now. I had the opportunity to test the new lens for several hours with Nikon in New York […]