NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S Lens -Test Shots

JoelKlein

Hi,
After reading Spencer's article regarding bad samples of the new Z14-30, I got mine today. and first I want to know if I have a good copy
(added to my 24-70 & 70-200 f/2.8) mounted on the Z6II

For my 5 test shots:
Stable on a tripod
No wind
Electronic shutter release
2 second delay times
VR set to off
Manual Focus to ensure all 5 shots are the same
focus was not infinity because there was noting on focus on, it was a tad before infinity.
Shot all manual. same settings.

I don't trust my self enough... I want confirmation from more sets of eyes if I got a good copy or its decentered..

See attached NEF files
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/o9pj142ayiosjhy/AACt0lLXEBn7yhV9ER2vElRca?dl=0

Thank you all!

stephen

Can’t tell by looking at your photos. I suggest, if you haven’t figured it out by now, to find a different location/setup.

https://photographylife.com/what-is-a-decentered-lens#testing-for-decentering

Tikorr

Could you check if your lens is making strange noise when using AF-S pin point and small point? To reproduce the issue it must be set at F4 and 30mm and try to focus on solid color like white wall. It will squeak. It will happen only on 30mm.