Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ
Canon
73 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
90 Overall Score
Scores
Street
Budget
Travel
Video Cinema
Portrait
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Macro
Specifications
| Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ | Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 14 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 30 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 9 |
| Groups | 9 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Air Super Spectra Coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/6.3 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 4-6.3 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg | 0.14 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 46 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Stepping Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops | 4.5 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 200 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.38x★ | 0.2x |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF-S 14-30mm f/4-6.3 IS STM PZ
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (75th percentile)
- Below average social proof (20th percentile)20th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 90 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.