Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f2.8G ED Overview

Key Features

• F-Mount Lens/FX format
• Aperture Range: f2.8 To f22
• Three Aspherical and Two ED Elements
• Nano Crystal Coat
• Silent Wave Motor AF System
• Internal Focus Manual Focus Override
• Built-In Petal-Style Lens Hood
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

The widest of Nikon f2.8 zooms, the AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f2.8G ED presents a flexible ultra-wide-angle Range of focal lengths, well-suited for landscape, nature, and interior photography. Besides its broad angle of view, this lens is characterized by its f2.8 constant maximum aperture, which affords consistent performance and illumination throughout the zoom Range. Similarly impressive, the optical design contains three aspherical elements and two extra-low dispersion elements, which greatly reduce distortion and aberrations for a high degree of sharpness, clarity, and accurate rendering. A Nano Crystal Coat has also been applied To control flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color accuracy in harsh lighting and backlit conditions. Additionally, a Silent Wave Motor enables fast, near-silent autofocus performance, along with full-time manual focus override, To benefit both stills and video applications.

Wide-angle zoom designed for FX-format sensors, this 14-24mm lens can also be used with DX models where it provides a 21-36mm equivalent focal length Range.

Constant f2.8 maximum aperture offers consistent performance and excellent light transmission throughout the zoom Range.

Three aspherical elements are used To reduce spherical aberrations and distortion in order To realize sharp imagery with accurate rendering.

Two extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order To produce greater clarity and color accuracy.

A Nano Crystal Coat has been applied To individual elements To suppress internal reflections, flare, and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.

Silent Wave Motor affords quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override. An internal focusing design is also used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, To maintain the overall length of the lens during use and To promote faster focusing speeds.

Built-in petal-shaped lens hood helps To prevent stray light from causing flare and also offers some protection To the front lens element.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field techniques.

Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift Overview

Key Features

• E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame format
• Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/22
• +/- 11mm of Shift, 360° Rotation
• Two Aspherical Elements

Pairing an exceptionally wide field of view with the ability to correct for perspective distortion, the Sony E-mount Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift from Venus Optics is an ideal lens for architecture and interior applications. The broad 110° angle of view is complemented by an impressive +/- 11mm shift Range to compensate for unwanted converging lines and keystone distortion. This shift control is further complemented by a 360° rotation mechanism applying the movements in various directions for to suit both horizontal and vertical orientation shooting. Additionally, as part of the Zero-D lens series, this 15mm f/4.5 also renders scenes with a high degree of accuracy and very low distortion.

In terms of optics, two aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements are featured, which reduce both spherical and chromatic aberrations for high sharpness and clarity. An anti-reflective coating also helps to control flare and ghosting for heightened contrast and color rendering. The lens uses a manual focus design for working with subjects as close a 7.9" away and has a five-blade diaphragm for producing distinct 10-point sun stars.

• Ultra-wide lens is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 22.5mm equivalent focal length.
• As part of the Zero-D series, this lens has a rectilinear design that renders subjects with minimal distortion in order to suit architectural, interior, and landscape applications.
• Integrated +/- 11mm of shift adjustment helps to correct perspective distortion and eliminate keystone distortion.
• Large 65mm-diameter image circle easily covers full-frame sensors without any vignetting.
• The shift control works in conjunction with 360° of rotation for applying the shift in various directions, benefitting switching between vertical and horizontal shooting orientations, and the rotation mechanism has click stops at 15° increments for intuitive handling.
• Two aspherical elements limit spherical aberrations and distortion for improved sharpness and accurate rendering.
• Three extra-low dispersion elements reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing for increased clarity and color neutrality.
• Updated anti-reflective coating suppresses flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.
• Manual focusing design and a minimum focusing distance of 7.9" suits working with close-up subjects.
• Five-blade diaphragm produces distinct 10-point sun stars and specular highlights when stopped-down and photographing point light sources.
• Compatible with optional Shift Lens Support for more balanced mounting and to better enable using the lens for shift-type stitched panorama shooting without parallax error.

Canon EF 50mm f1.8 STM Lens

Key Features

• EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
• Super Spectra Coating
• STM Stepping AF Motor
• Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

One of the most versatile focal lengths available, the EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens from Canon is a compact, normal-length prime well-suited to everyday shooting. The bright f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in difficult lighting conditions and also affords increased control over depth of field for isolating subject matter. Individual elements feature a Super Spectra coating to help minimize flare and ghosting to realize greater contrast and color accuracy when working in backlit and harsh conditions. Additionally, an STM stepping AF motor is used to realize quick and near-silent autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.

Normal-length prime is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides an 80mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture enables control over depth of field for selective focus applications and also benefits working in low-light situations.

Super Spectra coating has been applied to individual elements to minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.

An STM stepping AF motor realizes smooth, near-silent autofocus that is complemented by advanced AF algorithms and a high-speed CPU for fast AF performance. Additionally, full-time manual focus override is also available.

Redeveloped physical design incorporates a metal lens mount for durability as well as a re-located focusing ring to maintain a compact form factor.

Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.

Canon EF 70-300mm f4-5.6 IS II USM Overview

Key Features

• EF-Mount/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/4 to f/45
• One Ultra Low Dispersion Element
• NANO USM Autofocus System
• Optical Image Stabilizer
• Lens Information Display
• Full-Time Manual Focus
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Spanning a useful telephoto Range, the EF 70-300mm f4-5.6 IS II USM Lens from Canon is a flexible zoom well-suited for a variety of subjects, ranging from portraiture To wildlife. Similarly versatile, the lens utilizes NANO USM technology that combines a fast, stills-optimized ring-type Ultrasonic Motor and a smooth, silent video-optimized Stepping Motor for all-around focusing performance To benefit multimedia image-makers. This dual-purpose AF motor also offers notably quicker performance throughout the zoom Range for more responsive shooting from near To far. Additionally, also aiding both photo and movie recording, an Image Stabilizer system compensates for up To four stops of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting when working with slower shutter speeds.

Beyond its performance attributes, this lens is also characterized by its unique Lens Information Display, which clearly showcases focus distance, focal length, and stabilizer settings on a top-facing screen for easy recognition. Benefitting optical performance, the lens' construction utilizes one Ultra Low Dispersion (UD) element To control chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity, and, additionally, a nine-blade diaphragm is used To produce a pleasing bokeh quality for shallow depth of field imagery.

• Telephoto zoom designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, this lens is also suitable for use with APS-C models where it provides a 112-480mm equivalent focal length Range.
• One UD element is featured in the optical design To noticeably reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing for increased clarity and improved color fidelity.
• Lens Information Display on the top of the lens barrel clearly highlights focusing distance, focal length, and Image Stabilizer amount.
• NANO USM system utilizes both a ring type USM and an STM mechanism To realize quick and accurate focusing that is also smooth and near-silent To suit both photography and video applications. This focusing system also affords full-time manual focus control when working in the one-shot AF mode.
• An Image Stabilizer compensates for up To four stops of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting when working in difficult lighting conditions and with slower shutter speeds.
• A circular nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing bokeh quality when working with Selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques.

Canon EF 85mm f1.8 USM Overview

Prized for portraiture, the EF 85mm f1.8 USM from Canon is a short-telephoto prime characterized by its slightly compressed perspective for achieving flattering results. Its bright f1.8 maximum aperture also enables isolating subjects and working with shallow depth of field techniques, and further benefits working in low-light conditions. Helping To achieve high color fidelity and contrast, a Super Spectra coating has been applied To individual elements and serves To minimize reflections, lens flare and ghosting. Additionally, a ring-type USM is employed To deliver quick and quiet autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus control.

Short-telephoto, portrait-length prime is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 136mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions and also affords greater control over depth of field for working with Selective focus techniques.

Super Spectra coating has been applied To individual elements To minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.

A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) is employed To deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override. Additionally, the front of the lens does not rotate during focusing To better permit working with polarizing and graduated filter types.

Rounded eight-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and Selective focus techniques.

Tamron SP 35mm f1.4 Di USD Overview

In celebration of Tamron 40th anniversary of the SP lens series, the Canon EF-mount SP 35mm f1.4 Di USD has been created To showcase their lens-making capabilities. This flexible wide-angle prime is ideal for general shooting applications, ranging from street photography To event shooting, and its impressively bright f1.4 maximum aperture excels in difficult lighting conditions and offers increased control over depth of field. The optical design incorporates a series of low dispersion and aspherical elements, which control a variety of aberrations in order To achieve high image clarity and sharpness. A BBAR-G2 coating has also been applied, and helps To reduce flare and ghosting for improved color and contrast when working in strong lighting conditions. Complementing the optics, a USD motor and Dynamic Rolling-cam mechanism are also employed To ensure quick, quiet autofocus performance along with seamless full-time manual focus override. Additionally, the lens features a moisture-resistant construction along with a front fluorine coating To support working in harsh weather conditions.

Wide-angle prime is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 56mm equivalent focal length.

Fast f1.4 maximum aperture suits working in low-light conditions and also affords extensive control over depth of field for isolating subjects using Selective focus techniques.

Four low dispersion elements are featured and greatly limit color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order To achieve higher clarity and color fidelity throughout the aperture Range.

Three glass-molded aspherical elements are used To suppress distortion and spherical aberrations, and contribute To accurate rendering and high sharpness.

Second generation BBAR-G2 coating has been applied To individual elements and provides refined correction and control over ghosting and lens flare for greatly improved contrast and color accuracy when working in backlit conditions.

An Ultrasonic Silent Drive autofocus motor delivers quick and precise focusing performance and a Dynamic Rolling-cam mechanism also contributes To swift focusing movement of the large f1.4 optical system. This motor also affords full-time manual focus control, and it is possible To focus on subjects as close as 11.8" away at a 1:5 maximum magnification ratio.

A moisture-resistant construction benefits this lens' use in inclement conditions, and a fluorine coating has also been applied To the front lens element To protect against dust, dirt, and smearing.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing bokeh quality.

Compatible with optional TAP-in Console for fine-tuning Select focusing adjustments and for updating lens firmware.

Tamron 17-35mm f/2.8-4 Di OSD Overview

Lightweight and versatile, the Canon EF-mount 17-35mm f/2.8-4 DI OSD Lens from Tamron covers a Range of wide-angle focal lengths while maintaining a bright maximum aperture. The variable aperture of f/2.8-4 provides exceptional control over depth of field and allows enough light in to excel in many low-light situations. Housed in the lens, which weighs slightly more than a pound, are 15 elements in 10 groups that include Tamron's Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Coating to reduce reflections, ghosting, and flares. The front lens element is coated in fluorine to more easily dispel dirt, dust, moisture, or fingerprints, and be easier to clean. The lens is also sealed against moisture along the barrel. Additionally, the lens's firmware can be kept up to date via Tamron's optional TAP-in console.

• 17-35mm focal length is ideal for a variety of scenes.
• Bright maximum aperture of f/2.8 works well in low light.
• Optimized Silent Drive AF motor ensures quick, quiet, accurate autofocus.
• Coatings on lens elements help reduce ghosting, flare, and aberrations that are common in wide-angle lenses.
• Front lens element is resistant to water and oil and the entire lens is sealed for outdoor use.
• TAP-in Console compatibility lets you easily update firmware and perform other customizations.

Tamron SP 35mm f1.4 Di USD Overview

In celebration of Tamron 40th anniversary of the SP lens series, the Nikon F-mount SP 35mm f1.4 Di USD has been created To showcase their lens-making capabilities. This flexible wide-angle prime is ideal for general shooting applications, ranging from street photography To event shooting, and its impressively bright f1.4 maximum aperture excels in difficult lighting conditions and offers increased control over depth of field. The optical design incorporates a series of low dispersion and aspherical elements, which control a variety of aberrations in order To achieve high image clarity and sharpness. A BBAR-G2 coating has also been applied, and helps To reduce flare and ghosting for improved color and contrast when working in strong lighting conditions. Complementing the optics, a USD motor and Dynamic Rolling-cam mechanism are also employed To ensure quick, quiet autofocus performance along with seamless full-time manual focus override. Additionally, the lens features a moisture-resistant construction along with a front fluorine coating To support working in harsh weather conditions.

• Wide-angle prime is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it provides a 52.5mm equivalent focal length.
• Fast f1.4 maximum aperture suits working in low-light conditions and also affords extensive control over depth of field for isolating subjects using Selective focus techniques.
• Four low dispersion elements are featured and greatly limit color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order To achieve higher clarity and color fidelity throughout the aperture Range.
• Three glass-molded aspherical elements are used To suppress distortion and spherical aberrations, and contribute To accurate rendering and high sharpness.
• Second generation BBAR-G2 coating has been applied To individual elements and provides refined correction and control over ghosting and lens flare for greatly improved contrast and color accuracy when working in backlit conditions.
• An Ultrasonic Silent Drive autofocus motor delivers quick and precise focusing performance and a Dynamic Rolling-cam mechanism also contributes To swift focusing movement of the large f1.4 optical system. This motor also affords full-time manual focus control, and it is possible To focus on subjects as close as 11.8" away at a 1:5 maximum magnification ratio.
• A moisture-resistant construction benefits this lens' use in inclement conditions, and a fluorine coating has also been applied To the front lens element To protect against dust, dirt, and smearing.
• Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing bokeh quality.
• Compatible with optional TAP-in Console for fine-tuning Select focusing adjustments and for updating lens firmware.

Tamron 17-35mm f2.8-4 Di OSD Overview

Lightweight and versatile, the Nikon F-mount 17-35mm f2.8-4 DI OSD Lens from Tamron covers a Range of wide-angle focal lengths while maintaining a bright maximum aperture. The variable aperture of f2.8-4 provides exceptional control over depth of field and allows enough light in To excel in many low-light situations. Housed in the lens, which weighs slightly more than a pound, are 15 elements in 10 groups that include Tamron Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Coating To reduce reflections, ghosting, and flares. The front lens element is coated in fluorine To more easily dispel dirt, dust, moisture, or fingerprints, and be easier To clean. The lens is also sealed against moisture along the barrel. Additionally, the lens firmware can be kept up To date via Tamron optional TAP-in console.

• 17-35mm focal length is ideal for a variety of scenes.

• Bright maximum aperture of f2.8 works well in low light.
• Optimized Silent Drive AF motor ensures quick, quiet, accurate autofocus.
• Coatings on lens elements help reduce ghosting, flare, and aberrations that are common in wide-angle lenses.
• Front lens element is resistant To water and oil and the entire lens is sealed for outdoor use.
• TAP-in Console compatibility lets you easily update firmware and perform other customizations.

Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Overview

Key Features

• Z-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• 14-Blade Diaphragm
• Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/22
• +/- 11mm of Shift, 360° Rotation
• Two Aspherical Elements
• Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements
• Anti-Reflection Coating
• 65mm-Diameter Image Circle
• Manual Focus Design, 7.9" Min. Focus

Pairing an exceptionally wide field of view with the ability to correct for perspective distortion, the Nikon Z-mount Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift from Venus Optics is an ideal lens for architecture and interior applications. The broad 110° angle of view is complemented by an impressive +/- 11mm shift range to compensate for unwanted converging lines and keystone distortion. This shift control is further complemented by a 360° rotation mechanism applying the movements in various directions for to suit both horizontal and vertical orientation shooting. Additionally, as part of the Zero-D lens series, this 15mm f/4.5 also renders scenes with a high degree of accuracy and very low distortion.

In terms of optics, two aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements are featured, which reduce both spherical and chromatic aberrations for high sharpness and clarity. An anti-reflective coating also helps to control flare and ghosting for heightened contrast and color rendering. The lens uses a manual focus design for working with subjects as close a 7.9" away and has a five-blade diaphragm for producing distinct 10-point sun stars.

As part of the Zero-D series, this lens has a rectilinear design that renders subjects with minimal distortion in order to suit architectural, interior, and landscape applications.

Integrated +/- 11mm of shift adjustment helps to correct perspective distortion and eliminate keystone distortion.

Upgraded 14-blade diaphragm creates outstanding sunstars when working at higher apertures and improves the quality of out-of-focus areas.

Large 65mm-diameter image circle easily covers full-frame sensors without any vignetting.

The shift control works in conjunction with 360° of rotation for applying the shift in various directions, benefitting switching between vertical and horizontal shooting orientations, and the rotation mechanism has click stops at 15° increments for intuitive handling.

Two aspherical elements limit spherical aberrations and distortion for improved sharpness and accurate rendering.

Three extra-low dispersion elements reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing for increased clarity and color neutrality.

Updated anti-reflective coating suppresses flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.

Manual focusing design and a minimum focusing distance of 7.9" suits working with close-up subjects.

Compatible with optional Shift Lens Support for more balanced mounting and to better enable using the lens for shift-type stitched panorama shooting without parallax error.

Sigma 14-24mm f2.8 DG HSM Art Overview

Pairing a versatile Range of wide-angle focal lengths with an impressively bright design, the Nikon F-mount Sigma 14-24mm f2.8 DG HSM is an Art-series zoom, distinguished by its fast f2.8 constant maximum aperture To suit working in available lighting conditions. Featuring a sophisticated optical design, this lens utilizes a series of low dispersion and aspherical elements To minimize both chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom Range in order To achieve high sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy. A Super Multi-Layer Coating also helps To suppress lens flare and ghosting for color-accurate, contrast-rich imagery in a variety of lighting conditions.

Benefitting handling, this 14-24mm is equipped with a Hyper Sonic AF motor with an optimized algorithm for speed and accuracy. The lens also offers a large focusing ring with full-time manual override settings for quickly making adjustments. A rounded 9-blade diaphragm improves image quality by helping create smooth bokeh, and the lens is constructed from a lightweight and durable thermally-stable composite. Additionally, a built-in lens hood helps To protect the front element as well as prevent stray light from causing flare.

As part of the Art line within Sigma Global Vision series, this lens' is designed To achieve truly notable optical performance and is ideally suited for creative and artistic applications.

Wide-angle zoom is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount cameras, however is also suitable for DX models where it provides a 21-36mm equivalent focal length Range.

Constant f2.8 maximum aperture is well-suited for working in available light conditions and also provides greater control over depth of field.

Three Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements and three F Low Dispersion (FLD) elements markedly reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing throughout the zoom Range for improved clarity and color accuracy.

Three aspherical elements control spherical aberrations and distortion for increased sharpness and accurate rendering.

A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied To lens elements in order To minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute To producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.

Integrated HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) realizes quick and quiet autofocus, which is further complemented by an optimized AF algorithm To produce smoother focusing performance. The HSM also permits full-time manual focus control simply by rotating the focus ring at any time.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

Front lens element has been treated with a water- and oil-repellent coating To benefit working in harsh environmental conditions.

Constructed using a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material for greater precision and use in wide temperature variations. Additionally, a brass bayonet affords improved mounting accuracy and rigidity.

This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.

Sigma 12-24mm f4 DG HSM Art Overview

Covering a useful variety of ultra-wide focal lengths, the Nikon F-mount Sigma 12-24mm f4 DG HSM is an Art-series zoom, characterized by its advanced design To greatly reduce distortion for a high degree of sharpness. A series of low dispersion and aspherical elements minimize both chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom Range in order To achieve high clarity and color accuracy. A Super Multi-Layer Coating also helps To suppress lens flare and ghosting for color-accurate, contrast-rich imagery in a variety of lighting conditions.

Benefitting handling, this 12-24mm is equipped with a Hyper Sonic AF motor with an optimized algorithm for speed and accuracy. The lens also offers a large focusing ring with full-time manual override settings for quickly making adjustments. A rounded 9-blade diaphragm improves image quality by helping create smooth bokeh, and the lens is constructed from a lightweight and durable thermally-stable composite. Additionally, a built-in lens hood helps To protect the front element as well as prevent stray light from causing flare.

As part of the Art line within Sigma Global Vision series, this lens' is designed To achieve truly notable optical performance and is ideally suited for creative and artistic applications.

Wide-angle zoom is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount cameras, however is also suitable for DX models where it provides an 18-36mm equivalent focal length Range.

Constant f4 maximum aperture provides consistent illumination throughout the zoom Range.

One Special Low Dispersion (SLD) element and five F Low Dispersion (FLD) elements markedly reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing throughout the zoom Range for improved clarity and color accuracy.

Three aspherical elements control spherical aberrations and distortion for increased sharpness and accurate rendering.

A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied To lens elements in order To minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute To producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.

Integrated HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) realizes quick and quiet autofocus, which is further complemented by an optimized AF algorithm To produce smoother focusing performance. The HSM also permits full-time manual focus control simply by rotating the focus ring at any time.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

Front lens element has been treated with a water- and oil-repellent coating To benefit working in harsh environmental conditions.

Constructed using a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material for greater precision and use in wide temperature variations. Additionally, a brass bayonet affords improved mounting accuracy and rigidity. Additionally, rubber sealing is incorporated in the mount design To render it dust- and splash-resistant.

Specialized electromagnetic aperture mechanism provides greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with fast continuous shooting rates.

This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.

Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 Overview

Key Features

• Z-Mount Lens/FX Format
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
• One ED Element, One Aspherical Element
• 1:1 Magnification
• 6.3" Minimum Focus
• STM Autofocus System
• Focus Range Limiter
• Magnification and Focus Distance Indexes
• Weather-Sealed Construction
• Compatible with ES-2 Film Digitizing Set

Set your sights on a world of the smallest details with the NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 Lens from Nikon. Ideal for spontaneous snapshots, food photography, or exploring the minute details of everyday life, this normal-length macro lens offers a life-size 1:1 maximum magnification along with a minimum focusing distance of 6.3" to suit working with close-up subjects. The lens also doubles as an outstanding portrait lens. The combination of its shallow depth of field and life size magnification creates a unique, almost three-dimensional effect in your stills and videos.

Razor-Sharp Optics

• Ideal for macro and portrait shooting, this lens offers a life-size 1:1 maximum magnification along with a 6.3" minimum focus distance to highlight the smallest textures, shapes, and details in a natural-looking 50mm perspective.
• Excellent edge-to-edge sharpness and a rounded nine-blade diaphragm ensures beautiful bokeh and background blur to isolate the subject from the background.
• ED and aspherical lens elements provide optimal correction of coma and chromatic aberration, and a fluorine coating reduces dirt, water, and smudges from sticking to the surface of the lens.

Advanced Autofocus

• Fast, accurate, and virtually silent autofocus system with suppressed hunting and breathing. Includes focus limiter switch for even more speed and accuracy across a smaller distance range.
• Electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism in the lens barrel provides highly accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control when using auto exposure during continuous shooting.
• Unique front-focusing design minimizes the size and weight of the lens for easy and comfortable carrying.

Sophisticated Lens Design

• Normal-length prime designed for FX-format Nikon Z-mount cameras, however, can also be used with DX models where it provides a 75mm equivalent focal length.
• Rounded nine-blade diaphragm provides beautiful bokeh and background blur to isolate subject from the background.
• Lens barrel indicator for reproduction ratio and focus distance.
• Large metal lens mount provides more light capture, sharper details, better colors, and less distortion. Compatible with ES-2 Film Digitizing Set, lets you turn your full-frame Z-series camera into a high-resolution film digitizer. Bring 35mm film negatives or slides back to life as stunning digital images. Separately purchased step-up ring required.

Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS 

Key Features

• L-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/5 to f/22
• Four FLD Elements, Two SLD Elements
• Super Multi-Layer Coating
• OS and Custom Mode Switch
• Dual Action Zoom System
• OS Image Stabilization
• Zoom Torque Switch, Arca-Type Foot
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
• Durable Brass Bayonet Mount

Ideal for wildlife, sports, landscapes, motorsports, and countless other photographic endeavors, the Leica L-mount 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens from Sigma offers the features and image quality that professionals demand. This lens provides high rendering throughout the entire zoom range at all apertures, and ghosting, flare, and various types of aberrations are all well controlled. An updated and redesigned autofocus system offers both speed and precision by incorporating an AF actuator driven by a stepping motor, as well as a high-precision magnetic sensor. Optical image stabilization delivers approximately four stops of compensation, with two standard OS modes for both handheld shooting and panning situations. A new Zoom Torque switch gives users the option to adjust the level of zoom ring resistance from Lock (locked at the wide end for transport), Tight (prevents zoom creep), and Smooth (for easy, smooth zooming). Additional on-lens controls include a Focus Limiter switch, OS Mode switch, Custom switch for custom OS settings, and three customizable AFL buttons.

As part of the Sigma Global Vision Sports line of lenses, the 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens is specifically designed for everyday use in challenging conditions. A dust and splash resistant structure protects the lens against water and dust intrusion, and a water and oil repellant coating on the front element resists moisture and fingerprints. Barrel construction consists of aluminum and TSC (Thermally Stable Composite) for an ideal combination of toughness and improved portability. Additionally, a magnesium tripod socket with a removable Arca-type foot and 90° click stops provides a sturdy support option.

• High optical performance with compact size and lightweight design
• Updated optical design featuring 25 elements in 15 groups with 4 FLD and 2 ELD elements
• High sharpness throughout the zoom range
• Up to 4 stops of optical image stabilization correction with 2 selectable OS modes
• Minimum focusing distance of 23 inches at 150mm focal length
• 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth, natural-looking bokeh
• High-speed, accurate autofocus utilizing stepping motor and high-precision magnetic sensor
• High build quality with both aluminum and Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) components, contributing to its durability, lightness, and operational feel
• Dust and splash-proof structure with a water and oil repellent front coating
• Dual Action zoom supporting both zoom ring operation and push/pull zoom capability
• New Zoom Torque switch allows user to select zoom resistance and lock the lens securely
• Additional on lens-controls include OS Mode switch, Custom switch, Focus Limiter, and 3 customizable AFL buttons
• Includes heavy-duty Tripod Socket TS-121 with Arca-type-compatible tripod foot
• Compatible with separately purchased Sigma Tripod Socket TS-81
• Compatible with separately purchased Sigma TC-1411 1.4x and TC-2011 2x Teleconverter for Leica L
• Compatible with separately purchased Sigma UD-11 USB Dock for Leica L

Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Overview

Key Features

• E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Maximum Aperture Range: f/2-2.8
• VXD Linear Motor Focus Mechanism
• Tamron Lens Utility Connector Port

Ideal for travel photography, the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD is an advanced all-in-one zoom characterized by its wide to medium-telephoto range and its bright maximum aperture. Designed for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, this lens has a mixture of versatility and speed that makes it an ideal choice for photographing beautiful vistas, distinctive architecture, notable street-scenes, and more. Boasting a maximum wide-open aperture of f/2-2.8 means you can comfortably photograph in available light conditions while also controlling depth of field and isolating your subject matter with selective focus. Also, complementing the focal length range and bright design is a VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) autofocus system that provides quick, quiet, and precise autofocus to suit both stills and video applications.

• Versatile wide-angle to medium telephoto zoom lens is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras.
• Impressively bright f/2-2.8 maximum aperture range for working in available light conditions, controlling depth of field, and isolating subject matter using selective focus.
• VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism provides fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance throughout the zoom range.
• Connector port works in conjunction with Tamron Lens Utility software for customizing lens functions and updating firmware through the lens rather than through the camera.
• Updated design for enhanced operability and ergonomic texture.

Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/2 Overview

Key Features

• F-Mount Lens/FX format
• Aperture Range: f/2 to f/22
• One Low Dispersion Elements
• Distagon Optical Design
• Zeiss T* Anti-Reflective Coating
• Floating Elements System
• Manual Focus Design, Rubber Focus Ring
• Manual Aperture Ring Can Be De-Clicked
• Weather-Sealed Construction

A standard, bright wide-angle prime for the Nikon F mount, the Milvus 35mm f/2 ZF.2 from Zeiss utilizes the Distagon optical design, with one anomalous partial dispersion element, to produce well-controlled imagery with reduced chromatic aberrations and distortions. A floating elements system is also used to achieve consistent performance, even sharpness, and clarity throughout the focusing Range. An enhanced Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating has also been applied to markedly reduce lens flare and ghosting for working in trying lighting conditions.

The manual focus design is complemented by a rubberized focus ring for fine-tuned, precise control over your focus position. Additionally, Milvus-series lenses also feature an equally aesthetic and durable frosted, anodized metal lens-barrel surface along with a weather-sealed construction to protect against dust and moisture

Wide-angle prime is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it provides a 52.5mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f/2 aperture helps to achieve a more compact, portable form factor while also remaining versatile for use in a variety of lighting conditions.

Distagon optical concept affords high sharpness, well-corrected image quality from edge-to-edge, and very low field curvature.

One anomalous partial dispersion element is used to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for increased clarity and color fidelity.

Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating has been applied to each lens surface to help minimize reflections and provide greater contrast and color fidelity.

Floating elements system helps to maintain consistent image quality throughout the entire focusing Range, from 11.8" to infinity.

Manual focus design is benefitted by focusing and depth of field scales along with hard stops at both infinity and minimum focusing positions.

Manual aperture ring has clicked indicators throughout aperture Range. Using the included De-Click Tool, this ring can be mechanically 'de-clicked' for smooth, silent rotation throughout the aperture Range; making it ideal for video applications.

Weather-resistant construction includes internal seals to guard against dust and moisture as well as a blue sealing ring at the lens mount to protect the lens-camera interface.

All-metal lens barrel has a frosted, anodized surface along with a rubberized focusing ring for both durability and improved tactile control.

Zeiss Milvus 135mm f/2 Overview

Key Features

• F-Mount Lens/FX format
• Aperture Range: f/2 to f/22
• Four Low Dispersion Elements
• Sonnar Optical Design
• Zeiss T* Anti-Reflective Coating
• Floating Elements System
• Manual Focus Design, Rubber Focus Ring
• Manual Aperture Ring Can Be De-Clicked
• Weather-Sealed Construction

A prime medium telephoto distinguished by its bright design and sophisticated optics, the Nikon F-mount Milvus 135mm f/2 ZF.2 from Zeiss is a Sonnar-type lens offering high sharpness, speed, and accurate contrast and color rendering. The optical design utilizes four anomalous partial dispersion glass elements to nearly eliminate chromatic aberrations and other distortions for clean, well-corrected imagery. A floating elements system is also used, for consistent performance throughout the focusing Range, in order to achieve even sharpness and clarity. An enhanced Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating has also been applied to significantly reduce ghosting and lens flare for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in difficult lighting conditions.

The manual focus design is complemented by a rubberized focus ring for fine-tuned, precise control over your focus position. Additionally, Milvus-series lenses also feature an equally aesthetic and durable frosted, anodized metal lens-barrel surface along with a weather-sealed construction to protect against dust and moisture.

Short telephoto prime is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it provides a 202.5mm equivalent focal length.

Impressively bright f/2 maximum aperture is well-suited for working in low-light conditions and also provides greater control over the focus position when using shallow depth of field techniques.

Sonnar optical concept suits the combination of a large maximum aperture and long focal length, and also contributes to notable sharpness, well-controlled flare, and high contrast.

Four anomalous partial dispersion elements are used to significantly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for increased clarity and color fidelity.

Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating has been applied to each lens surface to help minimize reflections and provide greater contrast and color fidelity.

Floating elements system helps to maintain consistent image quality throughout the entire focusing Range, from 2.6' to infinity.

Manual focus design is benefitted by focusing and depth of field scales along with hard stops at both infinity and minimum focusing positions.

Manual aperture ring has clicked indicators throughout aperture Range. Using the included De-Click Tool, this ring can be mechanically 'de-clicked' for smooth, silent rotation throughout the aperture Range; making it ideal for video applications.

Weather-resistant construction includes internal seals to guard against dust and moisture as well as a blue sealing ring at the lens mount to protect the lens-camera interface.

All-metal lens barrel has a frosted, anodized surface along with a rubberized focusing ring for both durability and improved tactile control.

Tamron SP 15-30mm f2.8 Di USD Overview

Key Features

• F-Mount Lens/Full-Frame format
• Aperture Range: f2.8 To 22
• XGM and LD Glass Elements
• Vibration Compensation
• eBAND and BBAR Coatings
• Fluorine Coating on Front Element
• Ultrasonic Silent Drive AF System
• Built-In Lens Hood
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
• SILKYPIX Developer Studio Software

Offering a wide angle of view for full frame cameras, the Nikon F mount Tamron SP 15-30mm f2.8 Di VC USD Lens is a fast wide-angle zoom lens with Vibration Compensation. The f2.8 maximum aperture performs well in low-light situations, and provides a shallow depth of field for Selective focus. Further benefitting the lens is the VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization, which helps To minimize the appearance of camera shake To enable the use of longer shutter speeds or smaller apertures when hand-holding in low-light conditions. XGM and LD glass elements reduce chromatic aberrations and help ensure sharp and clear imagery. eBAND and BBAR coatings render uniform colors and reduce ghosting and flare, while a fluorine coating on the front element helps repel water or contaminants.

A USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) autofocus motor provides quick and precise focusing performance, with high torque, low response times, and quiet operation To benefit both still and video applications. Additionally, a full-time manual focus mechanism enables manual fine-tuning of focus at any point, even when the AF system is engaged.

Image Quality

Comprised of 18 elements in 13 groups, including an XGM (eXpanded Glass Molded Aspherical) element placed at the front group and several LD (Low Dispersion) glass elements in the system, aberrations such as geometrical distortion and lateral color are efficiently compensated for, enabling the zoom lens To deliver quality imagery throughout the entire Range from corner To corner.

BBAR and eBAND Coatings

BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) coating renders uniformity in transmissivity across the critical bandwidths. Coupled with the eBAND coating, ghosting and flare typically observed on ultra wide-angle lenses are efficiently eliminated, resulting in sharper and clearer images.

VC

VC (Vibration Compensation) is Tamron proprietary image stabilization mechanism which reduces the effects of camera shake To deliver sharp images in low light and at slower shutter speeds. It is a newly developed three coil system that employs a lighter moving coil mechanism which contributes To its improved performance and overall compact design.

Ultrasonic Motor

USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) Motor is the power for a fast and quiet autofocus drive that works in harmony with the continuous manual focus mechanism.

XGM and LD Glass Elements

An eXpanded Glass Molded Aspherical element and Low Dispersion elements in the front group minimize chromatic aberrations and help ensure clear and sharp imagery.

Lens Hood

A built-in lens hood helps block out unwanted light, preventing lens flare, as well as protecting the lens front element.

Diaphragm

A rounded 9-blade diaphragm produces an aesthetic out-of-focus quality that is especially beneficial when working with Selective focus or shallow depth of field techniques.

SILKYPIX Developer Studio for Tamron

The SILKYPIX software provides allows you To generate quality images from RAW data, while performing adjustments To reflect your personal style. These include white balance, color, sharpness, and the tonal curves recorded by digital cameras. The SILKYPIX Developer Studio for Tamron provides a Range of functions, in addition To the basic adjustment capabilities, such as correcting aberrations (lateral color, distortion, relative illumination fall-off) referring To the optical design data.

Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC HSM Art Overview

Key Features

• A-Mount Lens/APS-C format
• 45mm (35mm Equivalent)
• Aperture Range: f1.4 To f16
• One Aspherical Element
• Super Multi-Layer Coating
• Hyper Sonic Motor AF System
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
• Compatible with Sigma USB Dock

A sophisticated and compact prime, the Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC HSM Art is a versatile normal-length lens for APS-C-format Sony A-mount cameras. Featuring a bright f1.4 maximum aperture, this lens excels in difficult lighting conditions and also affords increased control over depth of field for isolating subjects using Selective focus. The optical design incorporates one aspherical element, which helps To reduce distortion and spherical aberrations in order To realize accurate subject rendering and high sharpness. A Super Multi-Layer Coating has also been applied To individual elements To suppress ghosting and flare for greater contrast when working in strong lighting conditions. Complementing the optical assets, this lens also features a Hyper Sonic Motor, along with a rear focusing system, that affords especially quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance, along with full-time manual focus override.

As part of the Art line within Sigma Global Vision series, this lens is designed To achieve truly notable optical performance and is ideally suited for creative and artistic applications.

Normal-length prime is designed for APS-C-format Sony A-mount cameras and provides a 45mm equivalent format.

Impressively bright f1.4 maximum aperture is well-suited for working in low-light conditions and also provides greater control over the focus position when using shallow depth of field techniques.

One aspherical element is used To help limit distortion and spherical aberrations and also contributes To greater overall sharpness and accurate rendering.

A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied To lens elements in order To minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute To producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.

Integrated HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor), along with a rear focus system, realizes quick and quiet autofocus, which is further complemented by an optimized AF algorithm To produce smoother focusing performance. The HSM also permits full-time manual focus control simply by rotating the focus ring at any time.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes To a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

Constructed using a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material for greater precision and use in wide temperature variations. Additionally, a brass bayonet affords improved mounting accuracy and rigidity.

This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f1.8G Special Edition Overview

Key Features

• F-Mount Lens/FX format
• Aperture Range: f1.8 To f16
• One Aspherical Element
• Super Integrated Coating
• Silent Wave Motor AF System
• Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Distinguishing itself through its classic styling, the AF-S Nikkor 50mm f1.8G Special Edition from Nikon is an updated version of this venerable prime featuring a re-envisioned exterior and knurled focusing ring. Corresponding To the natural field of view, the 50mm focal length is well-suited for a wide variety of subjects, including everything from landscape To portraiture. The f1.8 design suits working in difficult lighting conditions and also enables controlling the focus position for using shallow depth of field techniques. One aspherical element is featured in the optical design To minimize spherical aberrations and distortion for high sharpness and accurate rendering. A Super Integrated Coating also suppress flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy. Additionally, the Silent Wave Motor affords fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override

Special Edition of the 50mm f1.8G lens features a classically styled exterior, designed To match the Df DSLR, as well as a knurled focusing ring for improved tactile response.

Normal-length prime is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it provide a 75mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f1.8 maximum aperture contributes To both low-light performance as well as offers greater control over depth of field.

One aspherical element is used To greatly reduce spherical aberrations and distortion in order To achieve high sharpness, clarity, and accurate rendering.

Super Integrated Coating has been applied To lens elements To minimize surface and internal reflections for a marked reduction in lens flare and ghosting.

Silent Wave Motor affords quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.

Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing bokeh quality.