Fujifilm XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ
The Fujinon XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ is a compact, lightweight kit lens that delivers surprisingly sharp images and vibrant colors, especially for its price. Users praise its wide-angle capability and portability, making it ideal for travel and everyday photography. However, the power zoom mechanism is a common frustration, with some reporting it's imprecise or prone to failure, and the all-plastic build feels less durable than Fuji's XF lenses. Overall, it's a good value for beginners or as a lightweight alternative, but long-term reliability remains a concern.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight design
- Good wide-angle coverage (15mm)
- Vibrant colors and contrast
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- Imprecise power zoom mechanism
- All-plastic build feels cheap
- Power zoom prone to failure
- No aperture ring
- Zoom ring not synchronized with action
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
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 15 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 45 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 13 |
| Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super EBC coating | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping motor | Stepping Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 3 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 50 mm★ | 190 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 1:5.26★ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong macro (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
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
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.