Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED V335050BW000 20mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, compact size, and excellent low-light performance. Users love its versatility for travel, video, and long exposures, often pairing it with other lenses in the budget trinity. A few note it's not as premium as the S-line or Nikon 14-30mm, but most agree it offers incredible value for the price.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great value for money
- Versatile for travel and video
Cons
- Not as premium as S-line lenses
- Some prefer wider 14-30mm range
- Build not as exceptional as premium trinity
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED V335050BW000 20mm
The OM System 20mm f/1.4 Pro lens is praised for its compact size, weather sealing, and fast f/1.4 aperture, making it a versatile walk-around lens for Micro Four Thirds users. However, some reviewers note purple fringing when shooting wide open into the sun and a lack of a manual focus clutch, which is a minor drawback for some. Overall, it delivers sharp images with good build quality, though a few expected even sharper performance at f/1.4.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent weather sealing
- Fast f/1.4 aperture for low light
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Purple fringing wide open against sun
- No manual focus clutch
- Sharpness at f/1.4 not bitingly sharp
- Chromatic aberration issues noted
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED V335050BW000 20mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 20 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | ZERO Zuiko Extra-Low Reflection Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | MSC |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26 | 1:9 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED V335050BW000 20mm
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.