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- #77 in Mirrorless Camera Lenses
The NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 combines one of the most popular focal length/aperture combinations in a lightweight and compact size, at an affordable price. The lens offers enough focal length reach for wildlife, sports, events, portraits, landscapes or everyday shooting. Beautiful background blur and outstanding low-light performance.
Jorge Martínez M.
Reviewed in Mexico on February 28, 2025
Todo bien, hasta ahora, no es tan veloz para enfocar como en 70-200, pero cumple
Bing L
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2025
Great lens and cheaper than 70-200mm/f2.8.
Amin Kamrani
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2024
The lens is quite compact considering being a zoom one. It fits well on my Z5. The autofocus isn't as fast as my 50mm f:1.2 but I think it's still perfect for photography especially.
J.R.Tan
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2024
As a pro, I can appreciate the weight saved on this lens vs a 70-200. Love the sharpness as well.The barrel is a bit stiff - my only qualm - and has a lot of resistance when zooming in and out.*** As for the seller - Adorama - the packaging was horrific. With a capital H. ***They had one layer of bubble wrap around the lens box — leaving the top and bottom of the lens box exposed during shipping. The original Nikon box had noticeable wear from being banged up in transit — this was a sloppy decision on their part.
Emilio J Hilario
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2024
This lens is perfect , I love the bokeh!
Jerry M
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024
I bought this lens when my wife decided to come work with me at horse shows. Its light weight is great for her. She is getting very clear sharp images with it on her Z8 and she can shoot all day with it without the fatigue that comes with a heavier package.
Richard from Toronto
Reviewed in Canada on December 4, 2024
This lens is a Tamron lens design that has been licensed to Nikon for rebranding. This may sound unusual but Nikon did this previously with at least one other lens notably the 70-300 f4-5.6 D ED zoom introduced in 1998. What Nikon adds to Tamron’s optical design is their mechanical construction and firmware. This lens is sharp at its maximum aperture even at 180mm. It may not be quite as sharp at the edges like it’s big brother 70-200 f/2.8 Z S line but it’s half the price and 22 oz weight lighter. The only real downside is the lack of image stabilization’s but all of Nikon’s full frame cameras have in body stabilization and the latest generation of IBIS in the Zf and Z6III does a superb job. A “highly recommended” rating for me.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2024
I have used it serveral months and the quality of the lens is perfect.
WYRENT ?
Reviewed in Canada on October 13, 2024
Excellent image quality and very good price
D. Lynch
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2024
New lens prompted shipped. All is well. The 70-180 2.8 is light and sharp and can be used for most applications at a decent price.
NickoP
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2024
It is light and small for f/2.8 70-180mm. The image is quality is as described in countless reviews out there. The auto focus is fast and precise. Tests for decentring with Zeiss star chart and far subject at 180 / 2.8 didn't reveal any (see attached images, 100% crops from center and corners). So far so good.
Vato
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2023
I love this lens! Great size! superb image quality! Great bokeh! And great price! I am very pleasantly surprised with this lens. I recommend it to anyone who wants a medium telephoto with fast aperture without breaking the bank.
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Reviewed in Canada on October 19, 2023
This review is for Nikon Z 70-180mm f/2.8 lens.Preamble: When buying this lens through Amazon, be sure to check which seller you purchase from. If you want a Canadian warranty, be sure to buy from a Nikon-Canada authorized reseller.Having used the Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S VR as well as this lens -- and as much as I am a huge fan of the Z 70-200 -- let me just say: I am keeping the 70-180.What I like: - Useful range for event and portrait photography as well as, due to its close-focusing capabilities and smaller size, general photography! This is a multi-use lens of -- I don't wish to be hyperbolic but... -- of epic proportions. It's a lens that can be used in most any setting/ for any type of photography.- f/2.8 constant aperture.- Excellent optical performance through the range.- The throw of the zoom is surprisingly compact and the lens doesn't extend tremendously.- It's light. Few people will not take it because it's too heavy. I have the Z 24-120 and this lens, while a bit bigger (not by a lot), handles quite similarly.- IBIS makes this lens tremendously capable in low light. I don't miss the VR for most use cases.- It's a Nikon in terms of complete integration.- 1:2 magnification at close focus: It may not be optically perfect at close focus (70mm) but it's good enough for certain types of images.- The bokeh is pleasing.- It can be used with Z TCs although I would opt for a 100-400 lens unless the latter is a range you never use.- Sharpness across the frame is very good which helps with framing.- Focus is fast and accurate.Misses?- It's not a miss for me but no Fn button (if that's of any concern to you).- No VR but, again, I think IBIS is underrated so this isn't much of a miss.Lots to like. For general photography or wedding/ event photography, this lens has a lot going for it. While the Z 70-200 S is a spectacular optic, understanding this lens doesn't give up much optically (nudging the Z 70-200 S toward the diminishing returns category), this lens's added close-focusing and lighter weight offer a greater appeal to me and may to you, too. Highly recommended! Consider reading the conclusion of the Photography Life review to get an impartial view.
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