- Nikon’s most compact and lightweight full-frame wide angle lens for mirrorless Z system cameras
- Discreet and unobtrusive lens which won’t intimidate subjects when shooting street photos, candid and environmental portraits
- Great choice for both stills and video thanks to fast focusing and well-suppressed focus breathing
- Versatile option with a close minimum focus distance and wide field of view to capture more in the frame
- Dust and moisture sealed against the elements plus a robust metal lens mount for busy on-the-go creators
Key Features
- Slimmest full-frame lens in Nikon’s mirrorless range
- Super compact and lightweight for unobtrusive shooting
- Wide angle view suited to street photography, landscapes, interiors and videos
- Well-suppressed focus breathing for moviemakers
- Bright f/2.8 aperture for low light situations
- 7-bladed aperture design
- Close minimum focus distance of just 20cm
- Solid metal lens mount and weather sealed to repel dust and moisture
- Compact 52mm filter thread
Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 Pancake Lens Summary
Arriving as the slimmest full-frame (FX) wide angle , is this Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 Pancake Lens, which was originally announced January 2023. With a light weight of just 125g, this compact prime is perfect for on-the-go photographers who need a discreet option for anything from street photography to landscapes, environmental portraits, interiors and video.
You can capture grand scenes and dynamic videos with this portable lens, which offers a wide 79º field of view when mounted on full-frame , or 57º when used on DX crop sensor cameras. The 20cm minimum focusing distance provides versatile creative opportunities along with the ability to shoot in tight spaces to create epic shots.
With its bright f/2.8 aperture you’ll be able to master low light situations, render shallow depth of field and capture smooth blurry backgrounds, all while keeping your subject pin sharp. has also ensured the Z 26mm f/2.8 can be used outdoors during bad weather, thanks to being sealed against dust and moisture.
Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 Pancake Lens in More Detail
Capture sharp and clear stills and video
In what seems like an impressive feat, Nikon has managed to pack an optical formula consisting of 8 elements in 6 groups, into the Z 26mm f/2.8 Lens. These include three aspherical elements which deliver high-quality results on both full-frame and crop sensor mirrorless cameras.
Ultra-compact prime lens
With 125g weight and measuring just 70mm x 23.5mm long, the Z 26mm is the slimmest lens in the entire mirrorless Z range, for stills and video. This is perfect for photographers and videographers who need a portable all-day option, which is discreet and unobtrusive, yet delivers great results across the frame.
Versatile characteristics for stills and video
You can get close to your subject and create dynamic wide angle compositions when shooting with the Z 26mm thanks to a 0.2m minimum focus distance. The 0.19x maximum magnification ratio also adds to the versatility of this model, extending your creative opportunities when shooting anything from sweeping wide shots to interviews, which create a sense of place.
Compact lens hood with filter attachment
The lens hood can be mounted to the lens without adding any real bulk, which allows you to leave it on in order to protect the front element at all times. Compact 52mm can be attached to the hood for greater artistic control when shooting movies or long exposures while using , and more.
Low light performer
The bright f/2.8 maximum aperture is adept at gathering light even in dimly lit environments, which is perfect for shooting handheld or for shooting at faster speeds to freeze the action. The 7-bladed diaphragm does a good job rendering smooth out of focus areas and rendering a shallow depth of field to draw attention to your subject.
Built for action
Nikon has included a robust metal lens mount for a reassuring solid feel, along with weather seals on the lens barrel and across moving parts on the lens. This ensures content creators will be able to continue shooting even during inclement conditions. When shooting from closer distances you can create artful bokeh and background blur to help make the subject pop.
Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 Lens Specifications
| Mount | Nikon Z mount |
| Focal Length | 26mm |
| Aperture Range | f/2.8 – f/16 |
| Elements / Groups | 8 groups 6 elements (including 3 aspherical) |
| Angle of View | FX 79° |
| DX 57° | |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.2m |
| Focusing system | All-element focusing system |
| Filter Thread Size | 52mm |
| Dimensions | F70mm x 23.5mm |
| Weight | Approx. 125g |
What’s in the Box
- Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 Lens for Nikon Z mount
- LF-N1 Rear Cap
- LC-K108 Lens Cap
- HB-111 Lens Hood
| Offers: Price Drop |
| Offer Category: N/A |
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| Autofocus: Yes |
| Aperture ring: N/A |
| Constant Aperture: Yes |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
| Colour: N/A |
| Diameter (mm): 70 |
| Length (mm): 24 |
| Weight (g): 125 |
| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: 8 |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 26 mm |
| Focus method: N/A |
| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: N/A |
| Groups: 6 |
| Hood supplied: Yes |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
| Lens mount: N/A |
| Lens Materials: N/A |
| Maximum focal length: 26 |
| Maximum magnification: 0.19 |
| Maximum aperture (number): 2.8 |
| Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
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| Minimum focal length: 26 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): 0.2 |
| Minimum aperture (number): 16 |
| Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: 7 |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: 3 aspherical elements |
| Tripod collar: N/A |
| Lens type: N/A |
| Wide/Tele: N/A |
| Lens Level: N/A |
| Best For: N/A |
| Best For Holiday and Landscape: Yes |
| Best For Interior and Architecture: Yes |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: N/A |
| Best For Macro and Still Life: Yes |
| Best For Astro: N/A |
| Best For Street: Yes |
| Best For Wildlife and Sport: N/A |
| Zoom lock: N/A |
| Zoom method: N/A |
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