Nikon 1 Nikkor 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR Lens
The Nikon 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR is a 6.7–13mm f/3.5 lens designed for Nikon 1 mount cameras. Used copies start from $274.99 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon 1 Nikkor 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR
Key Features — Nikon 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR
6.7-13mm Wide-Angle Zoom: Equivalent to approximately 18-35mm on full frame, covering a versatile wide-angle range suited to landscapes, architecture, and environmental subjects.
CX Format Design: Built exclusively for the Nikon 1 mirrorless system, ensuring native compatibility and full electronic communication with CX Format bodies.
Optical Image Stabilization: Built-in VR (Vibration Reduction) helps counteract camera shake during handheld shooting, particularly useful at slower shutter speeds.
f/3.5-5.6 Variable Aperture: Opens to f/3.5 at the wide end, providing reasonable light-gathering capability for a compact wide-angle zoom of this size.
Autofocus with Manual Override: Supports both autofocus and manual focus operation, giving shooters flexibility across a range of shooting situations.
125g Compact Build: Exceptionally lightweight construction makes this lens well-suited for travel photography and minimizing overall kit weight.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Travel, Architecture |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | CX Format (Nikon 1) |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 6.7–13mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Nikon 1 |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
Description — Nikon 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR
The Nikon 1 Nikkor 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 is a wide-angle zoom lens built exclusively for the CX Format Nikon 1 mirrorless system. Its focal length range of 6.7mm to 13mm positions it squarely in wide-angle territory, suited for expansive compositions in landscapes, interiors, and travel photography. The maximum aperture of f/3.5 at the wide end offers a reasonable amount of light intake for a zoom lens of this compact size.
Optical image stabilization is built in, helping to reduce camera shake and maintain image clarity during handheld use. Focusing is flexible with support for both autofocus and manual focus modes. The 52mm filter thread allows easy use of widely available photographic filters.
At just 125g, this lens adds minimal weight to any Nikon 1 mirrorless setup, making it a practical choice for photographers who prioritize portability without sacrificing wide-angle coverage. It mounts natively to Nikon 1 mount cameras.
Pros — Nikon 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR
- ✓Extremely lightweight at just 125g, ideal for travel and portable setups
- ✓Optical image stabilization helps maintain sharpness during handheld shooting
- ✓Wide-angle zoom range from 6.7mm to 13mm covers broad compositional needs
Cons — Nikon 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR
- ✗Variable maximum aperture of f/3.5-5.6 limits light gathering, especially at the long end
- ✗Exclusively compatible with the Nikon 1 mount, limiting its use to that system only
- ✗CX Format lenses have a limited and largely discontinued ecosystem, reducing long-term support options
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