Nikon Nikkor Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena Lens

Innovative, Z-Series Optical Design

Designed downstream of the Z-mount's large diameter, the 135mm f/1.8 S Plena lens is the first NIKKOR Z lens to fully realize the mount's light-gathering potential. The lens' larger rear element enables this leap in peripheral illumination, bringing consistent brightness to the extreme edges of the frame. Drastically reducing vignetting, the clear path of light through the lens with minimal refraction is what produces the exquisite and regular round bokeh that distinguishes the Plena.

Fast, Accurate Autofocus

Nikon's proprietary Multi-Focus System incorporates two separate AF drive units, which are synchronized, to deliver especially fast and accurate focusing throughout the zoom range. This system uses dual STM stepping motors, which offer impressively smooth and quiet autofocus performance that is well-suited to both stills and video applications. Additionally, the programmable linear focus ring allows for manual focus with smooth rotation in either direction.

Optimized for Cinematic Video

The Plena was designed with cinematographers in mind, beginning with the lens' popular focal length that lends itself to background separation and arms-length intimacy. In addition to the lens' stunning imagery, the Plena also features smooth aperture transitions and natural shifts between focus positions. Combined with Nikon's Multi-System Focus autofocus, on-lens manual focus options, and the full suite of video capture modalities presented throughout the Z System, the Plena elevates any and all footage.

Body, Handling, and Ergonomics

Key Features

• Z-Mount Optimised: A large rear element drastically reduces vignetting, ensuring consistent peripheral illumination across the entire frame.
• Exquisite Plena Bokeh: Produces perfectly regular, round bokeh thanks to a clear path of light with minimal refraction.
• Multi-Focus System: Dual synchronised STM stepping motors deliver incredibly fast, accurate, and whisper-quiet autofocus.
• Cinematic Video Performance: Features smooth aperture transitions, natural focus shifts, and a focal length ideal for background separation.
• Customisable Control Ring: A clickless ring allows seamless, tactile adjustment of aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation.
• Premium Build Quality: Boasts a satisfying all-metal construction with comprehensive dust- and water-resistant sealing.

Benefits

• Elevate your portraiture with unmatched background separation and arms-length intimacy.
• Shoot confidently in adverse environments thanks to robust, professional-grade weather sealing.
• Capture flawless video footage with silent autofocus and smooth manual focus transitions.
• Enjoy intuitive, tactile control with an easily reached assignable Fn button and a programmable linear focus ring.

Specifications

• Mount Type: Nikon Z-Mount
• Focal Length: 135mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Autofocus System: Multi-Focus System (Dual STM stepping motors)
• Filter Thread Size: 82mm
• Construction: All-metal body
• Weather Sealing: Dust- and water-resistant
• Controls: Clickless control ring, assignable Fn button, programmable linear focus ring

FAQs

1. Is the Nikon Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena suitable for video work?

Absolutely. The Plena is highly optimised for cinematic video, featuring silent dual STM motors, smooth aperture transitions, and natural shifts between focus positions.

2. What filter size does this lens take?

The lens features an 82mm front filter thread, making it compatible with a wide range of standard ND and circular polarising filters.

3. Does the Plena lens have weather sealing?

Yes, it features comprehensive dust- and water-resistant sealing, allowing you to shoot confidently in challenging outdoor environments.

4. Can I customise the controls on the lens?

Yes. It includes a clickless control ring that can be assigned to adjust aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation, alongside an easily reached assignable Fn button.

5. What makes the bokeh on the Plena so special?

Thanks to the Z-mount's large diameter and the lens's oversized rear element, the Plena drastically reduces vignetting and refraction, resulting in consistently bright, perfectly round bokeh right to the extreme edges of the frame.

Care Instructions

While the NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena is dust- and water-resistant, we recommend wiping down the all-metal barrel with a clean, dry microfibre cloth after shooting in damp or dusty conditions. Always use a high-quality 82mm protective UV filter to safeguard the front element from scratches, dust, and moisture. Store the lens in a dry cabinet or a padded camera bag with silica gel packets when not in use to maintain optical clarity and prevent fungal growth.