Best vlogging lenses for the Nikon Z7 II
4 vlogging lenses that fit the Nikon Z7 II (Nikon Z mount) — wide enough at arm's length. Sorted brightest-aperture first; every spec from the manufacturer's catalog.
Start with the Tamron 12-20mm F2.8 (A084). At f/2.8 it is the brightest of the 4 vlogging Nikon Z lenses that fit the Nikon Z7 II — the full comparison is below.
| Focal | Lens | Buy | Max aperture | Weight | Filter | Type | Coverage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12-20mm | Tamron 12-20mm F2.8 (A084) | See price on Amazon | f/2.8 | 585 g | — | zoom | Full-frame | Wide-angleLandscapeAstrophotographyVloggingLow-light |
| 16-30mm | Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (A064) | See price on Amazon | f/2.8 | 450 g | 67mm | zoom | Full-frame | Wide-angleLandscapeAstrophotographyVloggingLow-light |
| 17-28mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | See price on Amazon | f/2.8 | 450 g | 67mm | zoom | Full-frame | Wide-angleTravelVlogging |
| 28-135mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ | See price on Amazon | f/4 | 1210 g | 95mm | zoom | Full-frame | VloggingTravelStandard prime |
One limit of this table: it lists only Nikon Z lenses that mount natively on the Nikon Z7 II — lenses fitted through an adapter are not included here. See which mounts adapt to which.
Weight & weather sealing on the Nikon Z7 II
On long approaches the decision is often made by weight, not aperture. Published weights for 4 of the 4 lenses above:
| Lens | Weight | Weather sealing |
|---|---|---|
| Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (A064) | 450g | Not verified |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | 450g | Weather-sealed (Nikon states the lens is sealed against dust and water droplets; rear rubber seal + fluorine-coated front element) |
| Tamron 12-20mm F2.8 (A084) | 585g | Not verified |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ | 1210g | Not verified |
Packing light? The lightest here is the Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (A064) at 450g. The lightest weather-sealed option is the Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 at 450g.
FAQ
What is the best vlogging lens for the Nikon Z7 II?
Tamron 12-20mm F2.8 (A084) (12-20mm f/2.8) is the standout vlogging option that fits the Nikon Z7 II. 4 vlogging Nikon Z lenses fit in total — compare them below.
Do these vlogging lenses fit the Nikon Z7 II?
Yes — every lens here is a Nikon Z mount lens, so it fits the Nikon Z7 II and covers its full-frame sensor.
What is the lightest vlogging lens for the Nikon Z7 II?
The Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (A064) at 450g (manufacturer-published weight). The lightest weather-sealed option is the Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 at 450g. Weights for 4 of the 4 lenses on this page are in the weight table above.
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