Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm
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
Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and low-light performance. Users highlight its suitability for both photography and video, with many noting a significant upgrade over previous lenses. A few Q&A entries address concerns about internal movement when the lens is off, which is confirmed as normal stabilizer behavior. Overall, it is praised as a top-tier professional zoom lens.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great for video with steady stabilization
- Internal zoom mechanism
Cons
- Internal movement when off may cause concern
- Focus-by-wire system (not mechanical)
- High price point
- Tripod must attach to lens collar, not camera
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 12 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 12 |
| Groups | 11 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 10★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.27 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | Manual Focus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26★ | — |
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
Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong macro (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (33rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.