Best Lenses for Nikon Z7 II

Short answer: Which lenses are best for the Nikon Z7 II?

The guide's top five starts with the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S as the workhorse, then the Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S for landscapes and the Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S for wildlife and sports.

The Top 5 Lenses for the Nikon Z7 II

• Nikon Z 24–70mm f/2.8 S — View on Amazon
• Nikon Z 14–24mm f/2.8 S — View on Amazon
• Nikon Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S — View on Amazon
• Nikon Z 50mm f/1.2 S — View on Amazon
• Nikon Z Macro 105mm f/2.8 VR S — View on Amazon

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1. Nikon Z 24–70mm f/2.8 S: The Ultimate Workhorse

Price: Around $2,300 Best For: Everything from landscapes to portraits

Personal Experience: During a sunrise shoot in the Grand Tetons, this lens captured every minute detail — from the morning mist rolling over the mountains to the individual pine needles in the foreground. The color rendition and contrast were breathtaking.

Nikon Z 24–70mm f/2.8 S — View on Amazon

2. Nikon Z 14–24mm f/2.8 S: The Landscape Lover’s Dream

Price: Approximately $2,500 Best For: Landscape and architectural photography

Ultra-wide and incredibly sharp, this lens is a landscape photographer’s ultimate tool. Despite its wide angle, there’s minimal distortion, and the edge-to-edge sharpness is remarkable.

Nikon Z 14–24mm f/2.8 S — View on Amazon

3. Nikon Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S: The Wildlife and Sports Champion

Price: Around $2,600 Best For: Wildlife, sports, and telephoto photography

Nikon Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S — View on Amazon

4. Nikon Z 50mm f/1.2 S: The Portrait Master

Price: Approximately $2,100 Best For: Portraits and low-light photography

The bokeh is so smooth it feels like liquid, and the shallow depth of field creates magical separation between subject and background.

Personal Moment: At a friend’s wedding, this lens transformed simple portraits into emotional storytelling pieces, capturing delicate expressions with stunning clarity.

Nikon Z 50mm f/1.2 S — View on Amazon

5. Nikon Z Macro 105mm f/2.8 VR S: The Detail Discoverer

Price: Around $900 Best For: Macro photography, product shots, and close-up work

Not just a macro lens, but a gateway to an entirely new photographic world. The level of detail it reveals is mind-blowing — you’ll see things invisible to the naked eye.

Nikon Z Macro 105mm f/2.8 VR S — View on Amazon

Investment vs. Performance

Let’s be real — these lenses are investments. Each costs more than some people’s monthly rent. But with the Z7 II’s exceptional sensor, these lenses aren’t just accessories; they’re professional tools that can potentially generate income.

A Word of Caution

The Z-mount native lenses aren’t cheap, but they’re specifically designed for the Z7 II. While you can use F-mount lenses with an adapter, you’ll get the absolute best performance with native Z-mount glass.