Nikon Z8 + Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD

The Nikon Z8 offers high autofocus performance in a compact body. Thanks to the full-frame sensor, the system camera also offers very good performance in low light.

The 45.7 megapixel full-frame sensor of the Nikon Z8

Sharpness down to the last detail: with its 45.7 Mp CMOS full-format sensor, the Nikon Z8 offers a detail resolution that is an asset for a wide range of applications. As with the Nikon Z9, the Z8 comes with a stacked sensor and native ISO range of 64 - 25,600, and the Nikon offers up to 14-bit when shooting RAW.

Rounding out the sensor: the Expeed 7 processor

Thanks to the Nikon Expeed 7 processor, the camera is a true hybrid, as it enables 8.3k video quality - and at 60fps! The processor also ensures fast autofocus performance and accurate white balance tuning to ensure a very natural skin tone for portrait photographers, for example.
The sensor has no mechanical shutter, is supported by a 5-axis IBIS that provides image stabilization up to 6 stops and a shutter speed of up to 1/32 000 second.

This is protected by a sensor shield, as the sensor of the Nikon Z9 has already been protected.

Autofocus with Deep Learning AI

Like the Nikon Z9, the Z8 offers excellent autofocus performance, with a wide range of autofocus modes based on scene recognition. Subject detection includes people (torsos, heads, faces and eyes), animals (dogs, cats and birds), vehicles (cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trains and certain aircraft).

Photographers with a pointed field of use will especially benefit from Nikon's new technology: the camera continues to learn as it goes along, improving its algorithm as it goes along, for example, in recognizing people. Without sacrificing its performance in other areas.
With 493 AF points, Nikon provides the best conditions for outstanding autofocus performance.

Continuous shooting speed

Sports photographers in particular are now left with the question: how fast is the camera? The Nikon Z8 offers 20 frames per second. If this seems too little, you should definitely check out the Nikon Z8's pre-release capture: By pressing the shutter button, the Z8 can already save the subject up to one second before the camera is actually released and even up to four seconds after the shutter button is released. So the perfect moment is definitely there!

Video quality of the Nikon Z8

This photo / video hybrid offers 4K at 120fps in addition to the repeatedly mentioned 8K at 60fps. With a 12-bit N-Raw + Apple Pro Res. H-265/HEVC is an 8-bit + 10-bit quality.

Display + viewfinder of the Z8

The new display concept already known from the Z9 is also used in the Nikon Z8 and enables the orientation in 4-axis. This means that the display can also be rotated into portrait mode and a 90° angle. This surely brings back memories of the waist-level finder cameras for one or the other photographer!? New perspectives with nostalgic feelings?

The viewfinder of the Z8 is very bright with a brightness of 3000 cd/m² and with a frame rate of 120 fps there is no blackout. Furthermore, the 1.27 inch OLED viewfinder with 3.69 million pixels inspires. (Quad VGA)

The weatherproof body of the Nikon Z8

Nikon equips its Z8 with a body built for extremes, protecting the inner workings of this camera, which thus still performs in the most adverse conditions. Like the Nikon D850, the Z8 comes with a magnesium body. Many old Nikon hands will remember this quality and appreciate the D850 so much, among other reasons. Even the first Nikon Z models could convince with their quality.

Haptics + Ergonomics

Here, too, the Nikon Z8 is a true Nikon classic.
In terms of size, it ranks between the Z6 II / Z7 II and the Nikon Z9. With a size 30% smaller than the Z9 + a weight of 910g, it is not a compromise, but a perfect tool for photographers who miss the handiness of their DSLR.

Features for the dark

Of course, the Nikon Z8 also offers some features that will not only please astrophotographers, because the buttons are illuminated in the dark, just like on the Z9. The display can be switched to a warm color mode, reducing the brightness and switching the menu to the color red. In dark situations, the focus can also be switched to Starlight View in which the light points can be focused at up to -9 EV.

Memory cards + slots

The camera offers a CFexpress Type B slot with XQD compatibility and an SD card slot with UHS-II support.

Power supply

The Nikon Z8 is equipped with a USB port that can be used to power the camera with a powerbank or other external power source. Nikon has relied on the proven Nikon En-EL15C batteries for the development of the Z8.

The return of a legend:
The new TAMRON 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (Model F072) for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount full-frame mirrorless lenses

Compact and innovative design for maximum imaging performance, based on 45 years of tradition.
Japanese lens manufacturer TAMRON, a leader in the production of high-quality optical products, announces the launch of the new 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (Model F072), a 1:1 medium telephoto macro lens that will be available for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras.

TAMRON90mm macro lenses: The next generation
In 1979, TAMRON launched its first 90mm macro lens, the SP 90mm F/2.5 (Model 52B), revolutionizing the concept of macro lenses. This Lens, which was known for its stunning bokeh and excellent image quality, was initially used mainly for academic purposes, but was soon used for other types of photography, including outdoor shots as well as portraits. Affectionately nicknamed "Tamukyu", a combination of two Japanese words, it was praised by macro, nature and portrait photographers alike.

TAMRON responded to changing photographic demands with further innovations, launching successor models such as the SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 (Model 272E) and the SP 90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD (Model F004). In 2016, TAMRON launched the SP 90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD (model F017), a further development of the F004 model. The high-quality coating technology, combined with a soft bokeh and the best imaging performance, is still appreciated by many photographers today.

To mark the 45th anniversary of the first generation, TAMRON is now launching an eagerly awaited mirrorless version of this iconic lens. This latest version combines the traditionally high imaging performance with state-of-the-art technology and continues the legacy of TAMRON's macro lenses. We invite you to discover the possibilities of TAMRON's new 90mm macro lens.

Product features:
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High optical performance: the tradition continues!
TAMRON's 90mm Lens have long been known for their high resolution and beautiful bokeh. The new 90mm F2.8 MACRO lens for mirrorless system cameras continues this tradition with uncompromising performance The lens offers unsurpassed imaging performance from the center to the edges of the image with soft bokeh and an almost three-dimensional effect that literally brings the subject to the foreground. The optical design consists of 15 elements in 12 groups, including four LD (Low Dispersion) lens elements made of special glass, which effectively suppress the tendency of light rays to diverge and excellently correct both spherical and chromatic aberrations. The BBAR-G2 coating (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) minimizes ghost images and stray light and ensures that the finest details of the subject are captured clearly and precisely, even in backlighting. This exceptional optical performance allows photographers to explore unique photographic expressions in many photographic genres, including macro, portrait, tabletop and many more. The outstanding macro performance of this Lens can also be used with APS-C format cameras. The widest aperture is F/2.8 and the equivalent focal length is approximately 135mm.

2.
Outstanding flat-field performance.
The new 90mm F2.8 MACRO from TAMRON has optimal optical correction and therefore offers excellent resolution even with subjects shot flat, such as documents, artwork or product packaging. This quality is particularly important for close-ups where the depth of field is too shallow to compensate for the loss of sharpness that can otherwise occur at the extreme edges of a flat subject. Because this lens is optimally corrected, it offers edge-to-edge sharpness, even illumination across the entire image area with minimal distortion.

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TAMRON'sfirst 12-blade diaphragm for stunning circular bokeh and starburst effects.
The 90mm F2.8 MACRO features TAMRON's first 12-blade diaphragm, setting a new standard for beautiful circular bokeh. Especially in the macro range with a maximum magnification of between 1:1 and 1:4, this special diaphragm ensures that the bokeh remains perfectly circular even when the aperture is wide open. The Lens also effectively suppresses vignetting in the four corners of the image. The new 90mm F2.8 MACRO also consists entirely of spherical elements, which also contributes to a perfect, circular bokeh effect. In addition, the new slat design creates 12 rays when stopped down for impressive starburst effects. This makes it ideal for dramatic shots of scenes with point light sources such as candles on a birthday cake, but also for evening cityscapes.

4.
Compact size with a length of just 126.5 mm.
The 90mm F2.8 MACRO is a medium-sized telephoto macro lens with a maximum aperture of F2.8 and a length of 126.5 mm. With a maximum diameter of just 79.2 mm, the Lens fits comfortably in the hand and is easy to hold, making it compact enough to take anywhere. It is also very light at 630 g, so it can be carried comfortably for long periods of time.

5.
New lens hood design with sliding window for easy filter rotation.
The 90mm F2.8 MACRO comes with a new lens hood that has a sliding window to facilitate the use of filters. Filters such as PL, ND and cross-screen filters must be rotated to set the respective effect, which often requires the lens hood to be removed. To avoid this inconvenience, the new design allows the photographer to simply rotate the filter through the sliding window. This allows seamless adjustment without interruption, ensuring precise control of shooting conditions.

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Proprietary TAMRON Lens UtilityTM software tool for customizing lens functions and firmware updates.

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Fast and highly accurate AF with excellent subject tracking.

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High comfort and ease of use
67mm filter size, like most other TAMRON lenses for mirrorless cameras.
Focus button for assigning the camera function as well as TAMRON Lens Utility functions.
Focus limit switch: Faster focusing for AF shooting and quick refocusing of subjects.
Precise torque for accurate MF operation.
Improved lens design for user-friendly operation.

9.
Weatherproof lens construction and fluorine coating on the front element for optimum protection when shooting outdoors.

Scope of delivery:
Round lens hood (with control window for filter operation)
Front and rear lens caps

Note:
- The length and weight values given here refer to the Sony E-mount version of the Lens.
- For Nikon Z-mount, the effective f-number value is displayed.