NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR Svs A7C II
Nikon
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S (2021)
Starting from £899 new
Best for Macro, portrait & nature photography
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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.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
A7C II (2023)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact body
- Hybrid shooters who need full-frame video and IBIS in a small package
- A7C owners looking for a significant AF and video upgrade
- Portrait and wedding photographers who want a discreet full-frame backup
Quick take: The nikkor z mc 105mm f/2.8 vr s is the most affordable; only the nikkor z mc 105mm f/2.8 vr s is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S (2021) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | f/2.8 (max aperture) | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | — | 33.0MP |
| Video | 29cm minimum focus distance (1:1 macro) | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | STM stepping motor — smooth and quiet; less reliable at extreme macro distances | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 4.5-stop VR (effective at all distances including macro) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | N/A | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 630g | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 85mm diameter × 140mm length | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | N/A | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | N/A | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | N/A | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | N/A | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S | A7C II |
|---|---|---|
| Macro | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Street | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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