Nikon Z System. The Nikon Z 16-50mm f/2.8 DX VR was designed specifically for crop-frame DX-mount cameras in Nikon’s Z-mount system. Z-mount lenses only work with Z-mount cameras, and Z-mount cameras are only compatible with Z-mount lenses.

Fast Wide-to-Portrait Zoom. The 16-50mm f/2.8 DX VR’s versatile 24mm to 75mm-equivalent zoom range makes it great for a wide array of uses, including portrait, travel, and street photography. The constant f/2.8 maximum aperture offers extensive depth-of-field control, smooth background separation, and the ability to shoot in low light. while the 5.9-inch minimum focusing distance lets you capture detailed close-ups.

Built-In Vibration Reduction. The built-in vibration reduction provides up to 4.5 stops of correction for minimizing camera shake at slower shutter speeds and producing sharper results when shooting hand-held.

Stepping-Motor Autofocus System. This system uses a stepping motor to deliver fast, smooth, highly accurate, and nearly silent autofocus operation. You also get full-time manual focusing for precision adjustments, while the clickless control ring and ability to suppress focus breathing make it great for video capture. The 5.9-inch minimum focusing distance lets you capture detailed close-ups, but you’ll get razor-sharp image clarity regardless of the focusing distance you’re using. The internal focusing design means the lens maintains its compact size while you’re using it.

Optical Design. A eleven-group/twelve-element optical system includes one extra-low dispersion element and two aspherical elements for edge-to-edge sharpness, clarity, and accurate color rendering.

Compact, Lightweight Build. This lens’s durable, dust- and drip-resistant construction means you can use it in adverse conditions without worry. It’s a compact 3.5 inches long and weighs just under one pound. A programmable control ring lets you adjust manual focus, aperture, or exposure compensation, and the 67mm front thread gives you plenty of filter options.