With the 150-500mm f/5- 6.7 Di III VC VXD Lens for Nikon Z, you can experience the thrill of ultra-telephoto photography in a compact size. This lens, designed specifically for full-frame mirrorless cameras, offers a remarkable focal range equivalent to 225-750mm on APS-C cameras. Despite its extensive zoom capabilities, the lens maintains an astonishingly compact form, measuring just 209.6 mm ( 8.3 in) in length and 93mm in diameter. The lens boasts a swift zoom adjustment feature, thanks to a zoom ring with a small arc of rotation of only 75 degrees.
This allows for quick and minimal movement to achieve your desired focal length. The lens extends to around 283mm ( 11.1 in) at the 500mm telephoto end, maintaining its compactness even at maximum zoom. The 150-500mm f/5- 6.7 lens delivers uncompromising high image quality throughout the entire zoom range. Its optical construction comprises 25 elements in 16 groups, including one XLD (Extra Low Dispersion), five LD (Low Dispersion), and two hybrid aspherical lens elements. These elements work together to produce clear, detailed images while effectively controlling chromatic aberrations. The lens also features BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating to suppress ghosting and flare, ensuring stunning image quality even under backlit conditions.
Equipped with the VXD (Voice-coil extreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism, this lens offers high-speed, high-precision autofocus. This ensures you never miss a photo opportunity, with exceptional focus tracking performance and minimal drive noise and vibrations. The lens also features VC (Vibration Compensation) functionality, providing powerful support for handheld shooting in low light conditions without the need for a tripod. This is particularly useful when shooting in the ultra-telephoto range, where even the slightest vibrations can affect image clarity. The 150-500mm f/5- 6.7 lens also offers excellent close-up shooting capabilities, with a minimum object distance (MOD) of 0.6 m ( 23.6 in) at the 150mm end, and 1.8 m ( 70.9 in) at the 500mm end.
This allows for dynamic tele-macro photography at close range, a feature not commonly found in ultra-telephoto zoom lenses. The lens also comes bundled with Hoya 82mm UV and CPL filters, providing additional protection and image enhancement capabilities. Whether you're capturing wildlife, sports, nature, or engaging in tabletop photography, the 150-500mm f/5- 6.7 Di III VC VXD Lens for Nikon Z offers the versatility, performance, and compactness you need to take your photography to the next level.