Today Nikon unveiled its first professional-grade lens for the Z mount, the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S, for $ 2299. After the release of 35mm f/1.8 S, 50mm f/1.8 S and two f/4 zoom lenses, Nikon decided to add an f/2.8 lens to its arsenal of Z-series lenses to appeal professional photographers. While some might wonder why Nikon needs two 24-70mm lenses so early in the game with many other gaps in the Z lens line, Nikon wants to assure its fan base that the new mirrorless system is going to target both enthusiasts and professional photographers. For that reason, Nikon will be releasing the Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S along with the Z 58mm f/0.95 Noct later this year. All these lenses (especially the Noct) will be “showcase” lenses to demonstrate the true potential of the Z mirrorles system.
