Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S | Professional macro prime lens for Z series mirrorless cameras | Nikon USA Model

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars | 352 ratings

Price: 1046.95

Last update: 04-26-2025


About this item

Extraordinary Macro Lens | Reveal hidden worlds and thrilling details in life-size 1:1 magnification
Advanced Optical Design | Nikon’s next-generation S-Line optics achieve new levels of sharpness, contrast and clarity with virtually no distortion or aberrations
Bright f/2.8 Maximum Aperture | Shoot in a wide range of lighting conditions and use shallow depth of field to make your subjects stand out against beautifully blurred backgrounds
Versatile Working Distance | 105mm offers enough reach to fill your frame with small insects and nature from a comfortable distance
Stabilization Vibration Reduction (VR) | Shoot handheld photos and videos without causing camera blur
Also Great for Portraits | The 105mm focal length is flattering for portraits and everyday photography
Weather Sealed | All moving parts are sealed to prevent moisture or dust from entering the lens

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Top reviews from the United States

Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing lens
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024
Solid quality build and very sharp.
Frank F.
5.0 out of 5 stars Fast autofocus
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2024
This macro lens functions perfectly. Its autofocus works remarkably well, fast, and in low light with very short distance to subject (10 inches). Images are sharp edge to edge without detectable distortion. Very pleased.
Ann E. Fox
5.0 out of 5 stars My new favorite
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2024
I've been in the Nikon ecosystem for far, far longer than I would care to admit, but it's long enough that my previous go-to for macro work is a 55mm f/2.8 manual focus.

I've switched to the Nikon Z50 mirroless as my primary camera and am trying to avoid the FTZ adapter, so upgrading to the Z 105mm f/2.8 seemed like a logical next step.

I got it today and visited the garden to see what sort of damage that I could create. I'm super impressed by the clarity this lens provides. There's obviously some trial and error getting critical focus at macro distances, but pixels are cheap so filling the SD card is relatively painless.

The 105 does great double duty as a portrait lens as well as closeups. Glad that I could get it while the price was dropped by $200, but I would say it's a great value even at full price.

fwiw, I paired this with the 62mm Hoya HD3 MC UV filter to provide front lens element protection
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Ann E. Fox
5.0 out of 5 stars My new favorite
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2024
I've been in the Nikon ecosystem for far, far longer than I would care to admit, but it's long enough that my previous go-to for macro work is a 55mm f/2.8 manual focus.

I've switched to the Nikon Z50 mirroless as my primary camera and am trying to avoid the FTZ adapter, so upgrading to the Z 105mm f/2.8 seemed like a logical next step.

I got it today and visited the garden to see what sort of damage that I could create. I'm super impressed by the clarity this lens provides. There's obviously some trial and error getting critical focus at macro distances, but pixels are cheap so filling the SD card is relatively painless.

The 105 does great double duty as a portrait lens as well as closeups. Glad that I could get it while the price was dropped by $200, but I would say it's a great value even at full price.

fwiw, I paired this with the 62mm Hoya HD3 MC UV filter to provide front lens element protection
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Nic Sheffer
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazin
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2021
This lens is superb quality, takes super sharp photos, nice looking bokeh, its a great little thing to have. The build quality and edge to edge sharpness are superb. Its everything you would expect from a Nikkor S lens, and then a little extra.

I have some issues with the auto focus, I tried point focusing, but even on a relatively large object in the foreground more often than not it jumps around a bit then goes off to infinity never to return, even when I limit it with the switch. but I have focusing issues with many of my lenses, so maybe its me and not the lens. I must have ADHD, I just can't seem to focus!. Other than that one problem, which is most likely my fault, this lens is amazing to use, and I would recommend it to anyone that want's to try macro photography. Although it can absolutely be used for other things than macro, unless you have an interest in macro I would recommend a different lens. If you're all about macro, or at least want to try it and also have a nice 105MM 1:1 portrait lens, this is the way to go. If you have no interest in macro, I suggest you find a different 105 prime for your portraits etc.
Larry
5.0 out of 5 stars Super lens
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2024
I really enjoy macro photography. Nikon has gone above and beyond. This is an amazing lens. I have been taking macro pictures all the way back to film. This lens is super easy to use and unlike a lower focal length (50, 90, etc) you can be back out of the way with your camera and lens and still get an enlarged object. This might just be the perfect lens.
Andrew Kunkel
5.0 out of 5 stars My new favorite lens
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2023
I usually photograph birds and have the Z 100-400mm zoom which is great for that. This lens however is more fun. The macro functionality is great and it is a great portrait lens for when I shoot my wife while she is performing (a musician). If I happen to be out without my zoom lens I can can some decent shots of birds with this if I set my Z9 to DX cropping so that I get the 1.5 increase in focal length. I am not shooting birds for print so I don't mind the loss of pixels. It is also very light so it does not weight me down as much as the zoom while carrying it around for long hikes. I am considering purchasing the 2x adapter for getting even closer to the birds with this lens and I would still have f/5.6.
Skexzies
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent new lens design for Mirrorless cameras.
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2024
New Z 105 replaces my older F-Mount lens. I know this is mass produced in China, but wow...it is a significant improvement over my older Japanese built F-Mount. The image stabilization is a huge part of it. Clarity, Focus Speed, Image Quality...sorry F-Mount...the new Z-Lens is simply better. I wish Nikon had released a new Z-Mount 200mm macro, because this suffers from the same "closeness" issues as previous 105-Macros. But is also does great at other things like portrait photography, etc. So until then, buy this.
Charles C. Russell
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Macro Lens
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2024
This is great when paired with a Nikon Z8. For macro photography (1:1) it is crystal clear. Love it

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