Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm
What Buyers Say
Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
The Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS lens is highly praised for its image quality, versatility, and robust build, making it a favorite for both video and still photography. Users appreciate the smooth power zoom, silent operation, and useful aperture ring, though some note the zoom speed is too fast for cinematic work and the lens is quite heavy. The included lens cap is widely criticized as cheap, but overall sentiment is very positive, with many calling it a great value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Versatile for video and stills
- Smooth power zoom
- Silent operation
- Useful aperture ring
Cons
- Zoom speed too fast for cinematic use
- Heavy and bulky
- Cheap plastic lens cap
- Non-mechanical zoom prevents snap zooms
- No macro function
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm
The Nikon 105mm f/1.4E ED is widely praised as one of the best portrait lenses available, delivering stunning sharpness, creamy bokeh, and beautiful color rendition even wide open. Many users consider it a significant upgrade over the 85mm f/1.4 and 70-200mm f/2.8, though they note it is large, heavy, and expensive. A few reviewers report autofocus speed issues, front-focus problems, or softness at minimum focus distance, but the overwhelming majority find the optical performance magical and worth the investment.
Pros
- Stunning sharpness wide open
- Creamy bokeh and background separation
- Beautiful color rendition and contrast
- Excellent low-light performance
- Solid build quality with weather sealing
Cons
- Very expensive
- Heavy and bulky
- Autofocus can be slow in some situations
- Front-focus issues reported on some copies
- Softness at minimum focus distance wide open
Scores
Specifications
| Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm | Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 105 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 18 | 14 |
| Groups | 12 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | 0 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Nano AR Coating | Nano Crystal Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.42 kg★ | 0.98 kg |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | SSM | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 400 mm★ | 1.00 m |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 1:7.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average macro (32nd percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (75th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average build (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Pricing
Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
