Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
What Buyers Say
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
The Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design. Users appreciate it as a versatile upgrade from kit lenses, especially for mirrorless cameras like the R7 and R5 Mark II. A single negative review is due to a delivery issue, not product quality.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for the price
- Versatile for various settings
Cons
- Possible delivery mismanagement
Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
Users are largely impressed with this compact, sharp ultra-wide zoom lens for Nikon Z DX cameras, praising its image quality, size, and smooth power zoom. Some note the plastic mount and lack of included lens hood as minor drawbacks, while a few find it more suited to video than stills. Overall, it's seen as a great value for travel and general photography.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Sharp image quality
- Smooth power zoom
- Wide focal range
- Good for travel
Cons
- Plastic mount
- Lens hood not included
- More for video than stills
- No focal length readout
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 12 |
| Groups | 11 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM (stepping motor) |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops★ | 4.5 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 270 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x★ | 0.21x |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM
No current pricing available
Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
