Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR 56mm
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
Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR 56mm
The Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 WR is widely praised for its stunning optical quality, producing sharp, contrasty images with beautiful bokeh. Many users consider it an ideal portrait lens, though some note its autofocus is not the fastest and the lens is not weather-sealed on all versions. A few reviewers reported issues with build quality, including dust inside the lens, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness wide open
- Beautiful bokeh and subject isolation
- Solid all-metal build quality
Cons
- No weather sealing on some versions
- Audible autofocus motor noise
- Aperture ring easily bumped
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR 56mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 56 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 56 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 13 |
| Groups | 11 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.2 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26★ | 0.14x |
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 (87th percentile)87th %ile
Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR 56mm
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (75th percentile)
- Strong optical (74th percentile)
- Below average macro (31st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
No current pricing available
Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR 56mm
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
