Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR vs Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR and Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8.
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Product |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Name | Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR | Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR | Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20084 | 20103 |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Release Year | 2019 | 2021 |
| Release Date | 2019-10-10 | 2021-06-02 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 306 USD | 597 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal |
Standard / Normal Macro |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper Motor | Stepper Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 20 cm | 16 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,2 | 1 |
| Macro 1:1 | No (No Macro lens) | Yes |
| Macro Scale | 1 | |
Aperture |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 16 mm F6,3 at 50 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Construction | 9 elements / 7 groups | 10 elements / 7 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 ED + 4 aspherical elements, Super Integrating Coating | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Focal Length | 16-50 mm | 50 mm |
| Zoom Range | 34 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4.5 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Length | 32 mm | 66 mm |
| Weight | 135 gr | 260 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HN-40 | HN-41 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
