OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO
Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
What Buyers Say
OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO
This OM System 40-150mm f/2.8 Pro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and versatile reach. Users praise its build quality and performance for portraits, sports, and wildlife, with some noting it pairs well with teleconverters. One reviewer mentioned a missing filter bundle issue, but the lens itself is highly recommended.
Pros
- Super sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Versatile zoom range
- Excellent build quality
- Great for portraits and sports
Cons
- Missing filter bundle in some orders
- High price point
- Heavier than some alternatives
Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
The Nikon 16-85mm VR is widely praised as an excellent all-around zoom for DX cameras, delivering sharp images across the focal range with effective VR. Users note it outperforms kit lenses like the 18-105mm and even rivals the pricier 17-55mm in sharpness, though it is heavy and somewhat slow (f/3.5-5.6). Build quality is solid with a metal barrel, and the 16mm wide end is a key advantage for landscapes. Some caution about vignetting with thick filters and barrel distortion at 16mm, but overall it is considered a worthy investment for enthusiasts.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness across focal range
- Effective VR II image stabilization
- Solid build with metal barrel
- Useful 16-85mm zoom range
- Great for landscapes and travel
Cons
- Heavy weight (3.1 lb with D90)
- Slow aperture (f/3.5-5.6)
- Expensive for an f/3.5-5.6 lens
- Barrel distortion at 16mm
- Vignetting with thick filters at 16mm
Scores
Specifications
| OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO | Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 40 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 16 | — |
| Groups | 10 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | ZERO coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon F |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.76 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Dual VCM | AF-S |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 700 mm | 380 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
OM System M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average macro (30th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
- Strong versatility (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.