Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Canon 3329C002
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
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
Canon 3329C002
The Canon RF 600mm f/4 L IS USM lens receives mostly glowing reviews for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and ability to pair well with extenders. However, several users report serious quality control issues, including coating failure and internal breakage, with one case involving a warranty dispute. The high price and expensive replacement parts, like the $1000 hood, are also common complaints. Overall, it is a top-tier lens for wildlife and sports photography, but potential buyers should be aware of the reliability concerns.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast autofocus
- Excellent with extenders
- Great build quality
- Low aperture for high shutter speeds
Cons
- Coating failure on front element
- Internal breakage reported
- Very expensive replacement parts
- $1000 lens hood cost
- Heavy weight
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Canon 3329C002 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | super-telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 600 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 600 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 17 |
| Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Super Spectra and Air Sphere Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/32 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon RF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 3.05 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 4.20 m |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26 | 1:6.67 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
Canon 3329C002
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong optical (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average build (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 offers 30.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
