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Black cylindrical zoom lens with silver mount ring and focus ring

Nikon Global

Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR camera lens

SKU CH-E5JH-25PVQ

A versatile telephoto zoom for DX-format Z-mount cameras, covering 75-375mm equivalent with vibration reduction up to 5 stops and a stepping motor for quiet autofocus

  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Telephoto reach up to 375 mm equivalent
  • Extra-low dispersion element reduces colour fringing
  • Super Integrated Coating cuts ghosting and flare
  • Vibration Reduction steadies handheld shots up to 5 stops
  • Stepping motor gives quick quiet autofocus

Telephoto zoom for DX Z-mount

The Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR is a telephoto zoom lens built for DX-format Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras. It covers a 50-250mm focal range that equates to 75-375mm in 35mm terms. Photographers who need reach for distant subjects or portrait work will find this focal span useful. It is not suited for shooters who require wider angles or faster constant apertures.

Optical elements and stabilisation

One extra-low dispersion element reduces colour fringing and chromatic aberration for clearer rendering. Super Integrated Coating cuts ghosting and flare to preserve contrast in bright or backlit scenes. Vibration Reduction image stabilisation compensates for camera shake by up to 5 stops, aiding handheld sharpness at long focal lengths. The stepping motor delivers quick, quiet autofocus with full-time manual override for both stills and video.

Variable aperture range

The lens offers a maximum aperture of f/4.5 at 50mm that narrows to f/6.3 at 250mm, with a minimum aperture of f/16 throughout the zoom range. This variable aperture governs low-light capability and depth-of-field control at the long end. Buyers who need a constant wide aperture across the telephoto range should consider other options.

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Price $287.99
Cheaper than about 77% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Product typeZoom Lens

Questions about this item

Will the stepping motor or Vibration Reduction unit need servicing later?

The lens uses a stepping motor for autofocus and Vibration Reduction rated to 5 stops; both are sealed inside the barrel with no user-serviceable parts.

What optical limit appears first when shooting at 250 mm wide open?

At 250 mm the maximum aperture is f/6.3, so depth of field is shallow and light gathering drops, making subject isolation easier but low-light shutter speeds slower.

How much heat or noise does the VR system produce during all-day handheld use?

The Vibration Reduction mechanism runs silently and generates negligible heat; the stepping motor stays quiet during continuous focus, so the lens remains cool and unobtrusive.

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