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Nikon Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Z Mount Review

Nikon Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR

Main Features

  • 50-250mm Focal Range
  • F4.5-6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • Weight: 405g / 0.89 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 74mm x 110mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.5m
  • Max Magnification: 0.23x
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Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Overview


Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR is a Variable aperture Auto Focus (AF) Super Telephoto Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with Z Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeGood
SportsGood
PortraitAverage
TravelFair
StreetFair
WeddingAverage
Walk AroundAverage
VloggingPoor
LandscapeAverage
MacroFair

Reasons to Buy Nikon Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Nikon Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Autofocus
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CONs
No Weather Sealing
Lens Extents while zooming
Slow Aperture at Wide end
Slow Aperture at Tele end
Variable Aperture


Lens Mount

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR is compatible with cameras that have a Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are Nikon Z30, Nikon Z fc and Nikon Z50.

Nikon Z30 with Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Lens Size
Nikon Z30 with the Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Lens
Nikon Z fc with Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Lens Size
Nikon Z fc with the Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Lens
Nikon Z50 with Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Lens Size
Nikon Z50 with the Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Lens

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR has a maximum diameter of 74mm and total length of 110mm when not extended. It weighs 405g / 14.3 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR and Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR (Nikon Z mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR vs Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR and the Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR Size and Weight

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR has a filter thread of 62mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR:

  • 62mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 62mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 62mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR has a focal range of 50-250mm and 5.0X zoom ratio which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 75-375mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.


Optical Image Stabilization

The Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Zoom Method

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR features Rotary (extending) zoom method where the length of the lens changes as you zoom in or out. This makes it possible to design the lens with a smaller minimum length ( generally when it is zoomed out) compared to internal zoom lenses. The disadvantages of this design are being harder to seal against dust and moisture, weight balance shifting while zooming and zoom creep in certain lenses.

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Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Extended State

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.23x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.5m.

Below are the 2 Super Telephoto Zoom type Nikon Z mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Nikon Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR: 0.38x - (Compare)
  • Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR: 0.25x - (Compare)

Aperture

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR is a variable aperture lens with a max aperture of f4.5 and a minimum aperture of f16 at 50mm, and a max aperture of f6.3 and minimum aperture of f16 at 250mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
50mm F4.5 F16
250mm F6.3 F16

Optical Formula

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR's optical formula consists of 16 elements in 12 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 1 ED element
  • Super Integrated Coating

Body Colour

Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Lens
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Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR Lens Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR
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APS-C / DX 315 g / 0.69 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 570 g / 1.25 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G VR
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35mm FF 745 g / 1.64 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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APS-C / DX 710 g / 1.56 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR Lens Nikon Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm F3.5-6.3 VR
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APS-C / DX 135 g / 0.30 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S Lens Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S
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35mm FF 1,355 g / 2.98 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 55-200mm F3.5-4.8 R LM OIS Lens Fujifilm XF 55-200mm F3.5-4.8 R LM OIS
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APS-C / DX 580 g / 1.28 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S Lens Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S
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35mm FF 1,440 g / 3.17 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Nikon Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Alternatives in Nikon Z Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S Lens Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S
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35mm FF 1440 g / 3.17 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 795 g / 1.75 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

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Nikon Z 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Nikon
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon Z
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 50-250mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 5.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4.5-6.3
Min Aperture F16
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Optical Elements 16
Optical Groups 12
Special Elements 1 ED element, Super Integrated Coating

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.5m
Max Magnification 0.23X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor
Full Time Manual No
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale No
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 405g
Diameter 74mm
Length 110mm
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 62mm
Filter Notes -
Tripod Collar No
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nikon Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR
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