Nikon Z DX 18-140mm F3.5-6.3 VR Review

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Specifications

Type

Nikon Z mount

Format

DX

Focal length

18 – 140 mm

Maximum aperture

f/3.5 to 6.3

Minimum aperture

f/22 to 40

Lens construction

17 elements in 13 groups (including 2 ED and 2 aspherical elements)

Angle of view

76° to 11°30' (DX image area)

Focal length scale

Graduated in millimeters (18, 24, 35, 50, 70, 100, 140)

Focusing system

Internal focusing system

Minimum focus distance

18 mm zoom position: 0.2 m (0.66 ft), 24 mm zoom position: 0.22 m (0.73 ft), 35 mm zoom position: 0.25 m (0.83 ft), 50 mm zoom position: 0.3 m (0.99 ft), 70 mm zoom position: 0.36 m (1.19 ft), 100 mm zoom position: 0.4 m (1.32 ft), 140 mm zoom position: 0.4 m (1.32 ft) (measured from focal plane)

Maximum reproduction ratio

0.33x

Vibration reduction

Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs), VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization

No. of diaphragm blades

7 (rounded diaphragm opening)

Aperture range2

18 mm zoom position: f/3.5 to 22, 140 mm zoom position: f/6.3 to 40

Filter attachment size

62 mm (P = 0.75 mm)

Diameter x length (extension from lens mount)

Approx. 73 mm x 90 mm (2.9 in. x 3.6 in.)

Weight

Approx. 315 g (11.2 oz)

Autofocus

Yes

Internal focusing

Yes

Focusing

Auto, Manual

Supplied accessories

LC-62B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap)3

¹ This lens is not guaranteed to be dust- and drip-resistant in all situations and under all conditions.
² The value displayed at minimum aperture may vary with the exposure increment selected on the camera.
³ Different rear caps may be supplied with lens kits.