Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens

Dynamic 12-28 mm focal length range: covers an ultra-wide to wide angle of view. Brilliant for capturing sweeping ultra-wide views that draw an audience in, or for creating a sense of space when shooting in cramped indoor locations.

Power zoom: covers the entire 12-28 mm range in a smooth 36 seconds, or the same range in just over half a second! 11 different settings give precise control over the zoom speed.

Zoom without touching the lens: control the zoom via assignable camera buttons, or remotely via the Nikon ML-L7 remote control or SnapBridge app.

Sharp up close: a minimum focus distance of just 0.19 m delivers sharp results with the camera just 19 cm away from a subject.

Super lightweight: weighing just 205 g this lens is easy to carry and light enough for most gimbals.

Well balanced: an internal zoom and focusing mechanism means the lens barrel does not move and the lens’ centre of gravity remains stable, for optimal balance whether shooting handheld or with a gimbal.

Rock steady: up to 4.5 stops1 of in-lens Vibration Reduction (VR) for clear, blur-free shots. Normal and Sports VR modes on the camera optimise for static or active subjects.

Silent control ring: the clickless, customisable control ring is great for shooting video. It can be used to create fluid aperture transitions, tweak ISO, and more. 

Protected: the lens barrel and all moving parts are sealed to protect from dust and water droplets.

Filter ready: compatible with 67 mm filters, which can be used and swapped out while the Nikon HB-112 lens hood is still attached to the lens. 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Type 

Nikon Z mount 

Format 

DX

Focal length 

12 – 28 mm

Maximum aperture 

f/ 3.5 to 5.6

Minimum aperture 

f/ 16 to 25

Lens construction 

12 elements in 11 groups (including 1 ED and 1 aspherical element)

Type 

DX format: 99° to 53°

Focusing system 

Internal focusing system 

Minimum focus distance (measured from focal plane)

0.19 m ( 0.62 ft) at all zoom positions

Maximum reproduction ratio 

0.21 x

VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization

Yes

Vibration reduction

Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs)

No. of diaphragm blades

7 ( rounded diaphragm opening )

Aperture range

12 mm zoom position: f/3.5 to 16
28 mm zoom position: f/5.6 to 25
* The value displayed at minimum aperture may vary with the exposure increment selected on the camera.

Filter-attachment size

67 mm (P = 0.75 mm)

Dimensions (maximum diameter × distance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange)

Approx. 72 mm x 63.5 mm (2.9 in. x 2.5 in.)

Weight

Approx. 205 g (7.3 oz)

Autofocus

Yes 

Internal focusing

Yes

Focusing

Auto ,  Manual

Supplied accessories

LC-67B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap)