Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
Tamron Di III 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
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
Tamron Di III 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 is widely praised as a versatile, all-in-one zoom lens that delivers exceptional sharpness and fast autofocus across its entire range. Many users, including professional event and wedding photographers, have replaced multiple primes or zooms with this single lens, citing its f/2-2.8 aperture and 35-150mm reach as ideal for portraits, sports, and travel. The main drawbacks are its significant weight and size, with some noting it can be tiring for handheld use, and a few isolated complaints about packaging or slow focus for moving subjects. Overall, it is considered a game-changer for those who value convenience and image quality.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness across zoom range
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile 35-150mm focal length
- Bright f/2-2.8 aperture
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- No tripod collar included
- Slow focus for moving subjects
- Some vignetting at longer focal lengths
- Packaging issues on delivery
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | Tamron Di III 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 150 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 21 |
| Groups | 11 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | BBAR-G2 Coating, Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 2-2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 1.87 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26 | 1:5.55 |
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
Tamron Di III 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average build (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average social proof (15th percentile)15th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 21 specs.
