Best compact lenses for the Nikon Z5 II

4 compact lenses that fit the Nikon Z5 II (Nikon Z mount) — small and light enough to carry all day without a bag. Sorted brightest-aperture first; every spec from the manufacturer's catalog.

Start with the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 Z. At f/1.8 it is the brightest of the 4 compact Nikon Z lenses that fit the Nikon Z5 II — the full comparison is below.

Last verified 2026-06-21 · Nikon Z mount · Nikon full-frame body

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Focal	Lens	Buy	Max aperture	Type	Coverage	Best for
35mm	Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 Z	Amazon →	f/1.8	prime	Full-frame	Standard prime Everyday Low-light Compact
75mm	Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 Z	Amazon →	f/1.8	prime	Full-frame	Portrait Low-light Compact
40mm	Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5	Amazon →	f/2.5	prime	Full-frame	Everyday Compact Street
26mm	Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8	Amazon →	f/2.8	prime	Full-frame	Everyday Street Compact Travel

FAQ

What is the best compact lens for the Nikon Z5 II?
Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 Z (35mm f/1.8) is the standout compact option that fits the Nikon Z5 II. 4 compact Nikon Z lenses fit in total — compare them below.

Do these compact lenses fit the Nikon Z5 II?
Yes — every lens here is a Nikon Z mount lens, so it fits the Nikon Z5 II and covers its full-frame sensor.

All lenses for the Nikon Z5 II · the same use across mounts: Compact lenses for Nikon Z · all cameras