For the storytellers who bring us reality-bending views of landscapes, cityscapes, architecture and fine art, the realm of possibility just got wider. For the first time with a NIKKOR PC lens, the direction of tilt operation can be made parallel or perpendicular to shift*, allowing you to control perspective, focus and depth of field like never before. Tilt to create scenes with selective defocus (miniature effect) or sharp focus throughout the scene. Shift to control the effects of keystoning and fix issues of perspective in-camera. In photography or filmmaking, the PC NIKKOR 19mm f/4E ED can help you create images as unique as your creative vision.
*Depending on the combination of shift and rotation, operation may be restricted by mechanical interference between the lens and the camera.
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Transformative image quality
Optimized for high-resolution cameras
As an ultra-wide-angle lens and a perspective control lens, the PC NIKKOR 19mm f/4E ED has to work double duty combating distortion and glare. And does it ever. Three Extra Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements and two Aspheric glass (AS) elements virtually eliminate chromatic aberration and coma, even at the widest aperture setting. Nano Crystal Coat (N) increases backlight tolerance for clear images with minimal ghosting and flare. Like all NIKKOR lenses, image quality comes first with the PC NIKKOR 19mm f/4E ED.
Prized angle of view
Ideal for architecture, interiors, landscapes and panoramas
A 19mm angle of view on FX cameras is very similar to the angle of view prized by many large- and medium-format photographers. This sweeping, ultra-wide perspective is ideal for landscapes, cityscapes, interiors, architecture, horizontal or vertical panoramas and filmmaking, and it gives you a broad, versatile brush with which to paint your images.
Maximum perspective control
New PC rotation capability
For the first time, a NIKKOR lens can be tilted and shifted independently and then rotated up to 90°. Tilt to control the plane of focus—creatively or precisely, the choice is yours. Shift to control perspective or create panoramas. Shift operation no longer requires locking and unlocking—smoothly and seamlessly make adjustments. What thrilling new views will you discover?
Nikon's exclusive non-stick Fluorine Coat resists dirt, water spots, fingerprints and smudges, and is available on the PC NIKKOR 19mm f/4E ED and these lenses:
AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR AF-S TELECONVERTER TC-14E III
Exceptional quality
Superior imaging at your fingertips
The new PC NIKKOR 19mm f/4E ED joins other PC NIKKOR lenses in the Gold Ring Series, which include only PC NIKKOR lenses with Nano Crystal Coat and pro-grade build quality. These other lenses include the PC-E Micro NIKKOR 45mm f/2.8D ED, PC-E Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/2.8D, PC-E NIKKOR 24mm F3.5D ED.
F-Mount Lens/FX Format
Aperture Range: f/4 to f/32
Three ED and Two Aspherical Elements
Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings
Fluorine Coated Front and Rear Elements
Maximum Tilt: +/- 7.5°
Maximum Shift: +/- 12mm
PC Rotation Capability: +/-90°
Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism
Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
Specifications:
Mount Type
Nikon F-Bayonet
Focal Length
19mm
Maximum Aperture
f/4
Minimum Aperture
f/32
Format
FX/35mm
Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
73°
Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
97°
Maximum Reproduction Ratio
0.18x
Lens Elements
17
Lens Groups
13
Diaphragm Blades
9
Nano Crystal Coat
Yes
ED Glass Elements
3
Fluorine Coat
Yes
Aspherical Elements
2
Super Integrated Coating
Yes
Minimum Focus Distance
0.9 ft. (0.25 m) from focal plane
Focus Mode
Manual
Perspective Control
Horizontal and vertical shift and tilt Shift: ± 12 mm Tilt: ± 7.5°
Rotation
Rotates 90° left and right with stops every 30°; tilt mechanism rotates 90° left with a stop at 45°.