Very sharp right into the corners at all apertures
Large, heavy and expensive
Very good100/100
Foto HitsSingle testReleaseAugust 2024
The silky-smooth, creamy bokeh in combination with crisp image elements in the focal plane thrilled us
An optical image stabiliser presumably fell victim to the concept of uncompromising image quality
However, the IBIS of the Nikon cameras compensates for this very well
The high image quality and excellent bokeh properties make the Nikon Plena the ideal partner for portrait photography. Still life and nature images also benefit from its first-class quality. All this comes at a not inconsiderable price.
Very good100/100
Color FotoSingle testReleaseFebruary 2024
The Nikkor Z 1.8/135 mm S Plena is not just another Z focal length. Nikon is visibly proud of this development and has even given it its own name: derived from the Latin "plenus" - complete. At the product launch, Nikon made it clear that this will be the new reference lens with outstanding optical performance and a comparatively moderate price of 3000 euros...
Very good96/100
DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseFebruary 2024
great bokeh
Very high light intensity
Fast autofocus
High price
The autofocus also proved to be convincing when tested and focuses quickly and reliably. The lens uses two lens groups that move in precise synchronisation. Even at the widest aperture, focusing is very fast and precise. Imaging errors can only be detected in homeopathic doses at most...
Very good100/100
Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseJanuary 2024
The Nikkor Z 1.8/135 mm S Plena is at the top of the Nikon Z lens range with outstanding performance.