NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR Svs 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art

GearFrame · Updated March 2026

Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S (2021) Starting from £899 new Best for Macro, portrait & nature photography View NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
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Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art (2021) Starting from £699 new Best for Macro, portrait & nature photography View 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art

GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?

Macro, Portrait & Nature Photography — NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S (2021): The macro lens most Nikon Z shooters will end up with — S-line quality, built-in VR, and a flattering focal length that doubles as an outstanding portrait prime.

Macro, Portrait & Nature Photography — 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art (2021): Art-series macro quality at a compelling price — arguably the best-value 1:1 macro for Sony FE shooters who want professional results without the G-series premium.

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Who should buy what

Quick take: The 105mm f/2.8 dg dn macro art is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.

Full specifications

Specification NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S (2021)105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art (2021)
Price £899 £699
Sensor f/2.8 (max aperture) f/2.8 (max aperture)
Video 29cm minimum focus distance (1:1 macro) 29.5cm minimum focus distance (1:1 macro)
Autofocus STM stepping motor — smooth and quiet; less reliable at extreme macro distances HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) — fast and near-silent
Stabilisation 4.5-stop VR (effective at all distances including macro) None (relies on body IBIS)
Burst Rate N/A N/A
Battery Life N/A N/A
Weight 630g 715g
Dimensions 85mm diameter × 140mm length 79.6mm diameter × 141.2mm length
Weather Sealed Yes Yes
Viewfinder N/A N/A
Screen N/A N/A
Mount Nikon Z-mount Sony FE (full-frame E-mount)
Memory Cards N/A N/A
Connectivity N/A N/A

Suitability by genre

Genre NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art
Macro
9.0
9.0
Portrait
9.0
9.0
Landscape
7.0
7.0
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