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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8

70.7 Travel Score
17-28mmf/2.8Nikon ZWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture across the 17-28mm zoom range pairs with a lightweight 450g build and internal focus design that maintains the lens’s compact length. Its weather-sealed construction and 67mm filter thread add practical durability without bulk, making it a versatile wide-angle option for Z-mount shooters. This lens is best for landscape and architecture photographers who need a fast, portable zoom for full-frame Nikon mirrorless cameras.

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Price CA$1,512
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 lens

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Tamron Di III VC VXD 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3

59.1 Travel Score
50-400mm22-32Nikon ZISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

An 8x zoom range starting at an uncommonly wide 50mm and half-life-size macro magnification at 9.8 inches set this lens apart from traditional 100-400mm telephotos. The VXD linear motor delivers fast, silent autofocus, while the 1152g build and 67mm filter thread keep it portable for a full-frame super-telephoto. This lens is best for wildlife and travel photographers who need a single, weather-sealed solution to capture both environmental context and distant details without switching lenses.

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Tamron Di III VC VXD 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens
Price CA$1,543
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B&H Photo CA$1,765
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