Nikon Announces the Ultra Slim and Lightweight NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 Pancake Lens

Melville, NY (February 6 2023) – Nikon has released the slimmest and lightest full-frame AF NIKKOR lens ever created, the NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 “pancake” lens. This new ultra-compact lens is made for creators, offering versatility for capturing all kinds of content from street style and landscapes to everyday casual snaps.

Jay Vannatter, Executive Vice President, Nikon Inc. says: “The NIKKOR Z line continues to expand to benefit all kinds of creators, and those who adore the idea of carrying a super slim, light, sharp and fast walk-around lens will love NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8.”

The NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8: A Premium Pancake for Every-Day Carry

The new NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 is a super-thin wide angle prime for Z series mirrorless cameras, and it’s Nikon’s slimmest and lightest full-frame AF lens ever. Despite its small size, the lens packs a tremendous punch with superior sharpness and beautiful blurred backgrounds with a fast f/2.8 aperture. This is the first NIKKOR Z lens to be slender and light enough to be considered a true “pancake”, with a total length of less than one inch (23.5mm) and a weight of approximately 4.5oz (125g).

The new NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 is so small and lightweight, it’s easy to take anywhere to capture photos and video with maximum impact. Whether shooting street photography, travel vlogs or landscape shots in a unique location, the NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 has you covered as the perfect companion wherever the journey may lead.

Additional Features of the NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8

The slimness and lightness are achieved thanks to the adoption of an All-element focusing system, as well as three aspherical lens elements.

When mounted on a DX-format camera, the focal length becomes 39mm (equivalent), similar to a standard angle lens.

A minimum focus distance of approx. eight inches (0.2m) lets users to get close to their subjects.

Use of an STM motor enables a highly accurate AF drive.

Functions such as aperture and exposure compensation can be assigned to the control ring.

Includes a new lens cap and a lens hood that has been specially designed to be slim and work with 52mm filters (filters sold separately)

The lens is fitted with a durable metal mount, and the body is designed carefully considering dust- and drip-resistant performance enabling it to be taken anywhere with greater confidence.

Price and availability:

The NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 will be available in early March for $499.95* SRP.

For more information about the latest Nikon products, including other NIKKOR Z lenses and the entire collection of Z series cameras, please visit nikonusa.com.