Mamiya Sekor Z 180mm f/4.5 W-N Lens (USED)

Mamiya Sekor Z 180mm f/4.5 W-N Lens (USED)

When it comes to medium format portrait photography, few lenses are as revered as the Mamiya Sekor Z 180mm f/4.5 W-N. Designed specifically for the Mamiya RZ67 system, this lens delivers stunning image quality with a smooth, flattering perspective that has made it a go-to for professionals shooting portraits, fashion, editorial work, and more.

Key Features:

• Focal Length: 180mm (approx. 87mm equivalent in 35mm format)

• Maximum Aperture: f/4.5

• W-N Optical Design: Updated multi-coated version for improved color, contrast, and flare resistance

• Filter Size: 77mm

• Floating Element Design: Optimized sharpness from close-up to infinity

• Built-in Leaf Shutter (up to 1/400s flash sync)

A Portrait Legend

The 180mm f/4.5 is widely regarded as the definitive portrait lens for the RZ67 system. It delivers a gentle compression that flatters facial features and helps isolate subjects from the background without distortion. The f/4.5 aperture gives a pleasingly shallow depth of field while maintaining excellent sharpness where it counts.

The W-N designation indicates this is the newer version of the lens, with improved coatings for better contrast and color rendering — especially important in high-key lighting or backlit situations.

Built for the Demanding Photographer

Thanks to the RZ67’s bellows focusing system, the 180mm lens allows unexpectedly close focusing for a telephoto lens, giving you extra versatility in tight spaces or when you want detailed headshots. The floating element system ensures consistent sharpness across the entire focusing range, reducing aberrations even at closer distances.

And like all RZ67 lenses, it features an integrated leaf shutter, allowing for high-speed flash sync up to 1/400s, perfect for studio or on-location strobe work.

Ideal Applications:

• Portrait Photography – Flattering perspective and beautiful background separation.

• Fashion & Editorial – Crisp, professional results with vibrant color and contrast.

• Still Life & Product – Superb sharpness and close-focusing flexibility.