Nikon 35mm F1.8 Macro and 16-50mm F2.8 Price and Specifications -

creative image of Nikon Z MC DX 35mm F1.8

We have some very exciting rumors related to the upcoming Nikon DX lenses, and these are not just standard DX lenses — these are Pro-DX lenses. According to the latest renders we have from the rumor mill, Nikon is about to announce a 35mm f/1.8 Macro as well as a 16-50mm f/2.8 equivalent lens. These two lenses are in the announcement pipeline and will elevate the DX camera user experience to the next level. Let’s discuss the set of information we have related to the upcoming lenses.

Both of these lenses are coming for professionals or high-end APS-C DX camera users. Although, you can even use these lenses on your Nikon Z30, Z50, Zfc, or any of the existing APS-C DX cameras.

The Nikon Z DX MC 35mm f/1.8 Macro – A Versatile Prime Lens for Close-Ups and Portraits

The 35mm f/1.8 Macro lens will be an amazing prime lens for DX camera users. With the f/1.8 fast aperture, the lens will be an excellent tool for low-light photography, as well as creating creamy bokeh background blur. At the very same time, with the help of a 1:1 capture ratio, you can capture extreme close-ups of your subjects — ideal for capturing macro and portraits.

Nikon Z DX MC 35mm f/1.8 Lens Specification [Expected]

Normal-length prime lens is designed for DX-format Nikon Z-mount cameras and provides a 52.5mm equivalent focal length.
Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture for working in low-light conditions and also affords increased control over depth of field for working with selective focus techniques.
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.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out-of-focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.

Advanced Autofocus:

Fast, accurate, and virtually silent STM autofocus system with suppressed hunting and breathing.
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.

Nikon Z DX MC 35mm f/1.8 Lens Price

Estimated Price of Nikon DX f/1.8 Lens: $400 to $500 USD

Nikon’s pricing trend for their lenses starts from the Nikon 24mm f/1.7 budget prime lens, available at $297. Then the Nikon 50mm f/2.8 Z MC Macro for full-frame cameras is available at $650 USD. But obviously, the DX version will be cheaper due to a smaller image circle and, of course, a more affordable design. So, we are expecting the price of the upcoming 35mm F1.8 Macro to be between $400 – $500.

Nikon DX 16-50mm f/2.8 – A Premium Zoom Lens for All-Purpose Shooting

The Nikon 16-50mm f/2.8 zoom lens — we don’t know at this moment whether it includes VR inside it, since it’s less likely to have VR in such a short focal length. The 16-50 will be one of the favorite lenses for professionals, since you’re getting an equivalent focal length of 24-75mm on full-frame — and obviously, with a constant f/2.8 aperture.

Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 Specification [Expected]

Focal Length: 16-50mm, equivalent to 24-75mm full-frame (Standard zoom covers wide-angle to portrait-length focal lengths)
Bright constant f/2.8 maximum aperture affords consistent illumination throughout the zoom
Greater control over depth of field for working with selective focus techniques
Three aspherical elements are used to reduce spherical aberrations and distortion
Three extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations
A Super Integrated Coating 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
Rounded nine-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out-of-focus quality

Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 Price

The expected price range of 16-50mm F2.8 Lens is $700 – USD $900

The lens is expected to be a bit more expensive than the existing kit lens. We are getting a constant f/2.8 aperture in the lens, and if the Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 lens costs around $800 USD, it should be priced similarly. Although in the Tamron we are getting a broader range as well as OIS, since this is a native lens, we can expect a bit higher price tag or similar to the Tamron 17-70mm price.

Nikon Z Lenses Roadmap 2025

Yes, we have spotlight on DX Lenses, but these lenses are also in the announcement pipeline of Nikon, according to the Rumor mill,

14-24mm or 14mm: an f/4 version of the existing 14-24mm f/2.8 for astrophotography.
24-105mm: A versatile standard zoom, potentially with an f/4-5.6 aperture
100-300mm or 120-300mm f/2.8: A high-end telephoto zoom priced around $8,000, May Fall Under the Z Cine Lens Category
85mm f/1.4: A portrait lens to complete Nikon’s f/1.4 trio, alongside the 35mm f/1.4 and 50mm f/1.4.

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