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Nikon NIKKOR Z 2164 70mm

78.6 Portrait Score
24-70mm f/2.8 Nikon F IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The constant f/2.8 aperture, with 3 ED and 3 aspherical elements and Nano Crystal Coat, ensures edge-to-edge sharpness and flare resistance for demanding low-light scenes. A Silent Wave Motor drives fast, quiet autofocus, and the 0.38-meter minimum focus distance enables crisp close-up compositions. It suits event and portrait photographers who need a versatile zoom for dim venues and tightly framed detail work.

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Price £580
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 2164 70mm lens

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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 40mm

77.4 Portrait Score
18-140mm f/3.5 Nikon F IS
Why we recommend this ▼

Its 18–140mm focal range (27–210mm equivalent) pairs with 4-stop Vibration Reduction and a Silent Wave Motor for sharp, quiet autofocus across wide-angle to mid-telephoto. Super Integrated Coating and one extra-low dispersion element cut flare and color fringing, delivering high contrast in a compact 490g build. This all-in-one zoom suits DX shooters who need one grab-and-go lens for events, portraits, and close-up details without swapping glass.

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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 40mm lens
Price £599
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