Nikon 20070_EDI_2
The constant f/4 aperture across the 14-30mm zoom range and exceptionally light 119g weight make this an ultra-portable wide-angle option for the Z system. Its retractable design collapses to a compact size for travel, yet delivers sharp S-Line optics without the bulk of an f/2.8 lens. This lens is best for landscape and architecture photographers who prioritize a lightweight kit for long hikes and street shooters needing a discreet wide zoom.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong optical (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong social proof (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong macro (75th percentile) 75th
- Strong versatility (74th percentile) 74th
Cons
- Below average build (12th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (15th percentile)
- Below average aperture (23rd percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q1 202193/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharpness, lighter weight, and good value, noting it works well for real estate photography and accepts filters.
- Excellent image quality and edge-to-edge sharpness.
- Lighter weight compared to other lenses, enhancing portability.
- Good value for quality, reasonably priced.
- Compatible with filters and benefits from Z-series IBIS.
- Q4 202093/100
Buyers praise the lens for sharpness, wide zoom capability, and lightweight design for travel and architecture. Some appreciate bundled extras.
- Excellent sharpness and clarity wide open at f/4, ideal for landscapes and astrophotography.
- Great wide/ultra-wide zoom range with minimal distortion, suitable for travel and architecture.
- Lightweight and fast, offering good value compared to f/2.8 alternatives.
- Unused lens with bundled extras preferred over price discounts; some filter quality concern.
- Q3 202094/100
Buyers praised the lens as extremely wide and a great complement to the Z lineup, noting it's solid and lightweight. One mentioned slight corner shadowing.
- Ultra-wide 14mm is massively wide and excellent for real estate and vlogging.
- Solid, lightweight build quality and good complement to the Z system.
- f/4 aperture not a concern on full frame Z cameras.
- Slight shadowing at extreme corners reported by one buyer.
- Q2 202092/100
Buyers praise sharpness, lightweight design, filter compatibility, and reduced distortion, making it ideal for real estate and video work.
- Sharpness and edge-to-edge image quality are consistently highlighted.
- Lightweight and compact build favored for travel and gimbal use.
- Filter threads and reduced distortion reduce need for post-processing.
- Fast, silent autofocus and good tracking for video and star photography.
- Q1 202088/100
Buyers praise the lens for being compact, sharp, and accepting screw-in filters, though some note corner softness and poor manual focus.
- Compact and lightweight design makes it ideal for travel and hiking.
- Compatibility with screw-in filters is a major advantage over other ultra-wide zooms.
- Sharp corner-to-corner performance, even compared to f/2.8 alternatives.
- Manual focus is non-linear, jumpy, and difficult to use precisely.
- Q4 201997/100
Buyers praise the 14-30mm for its compact size, light weight, sharpness, and ability to take screw-in filters. Ideal for landscape, travel, and real estate photography.
- Lightweight, compact design compared to alternatives like 14-24mm f/2.8
- Sharp, excellent image quality across the frame with minimal distortion
- Accepts screw-in filters (ND, polarizers), a key advantage over older lenses
- Bundle filter flare and stiff wrap noted, but lens itself is highly praised
Based on 116 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 14 |
| Focal Length Max | 30 |
| Elements | 14 |
| Groups | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 |
| ED Elements | 4 |
| Coating | Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Build
| Mount | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 2.1 kg / 4.5 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 82 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 280 |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.25 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon 20070_EDI_2 | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 | Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12060 | Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | Sony G SELP28135G.SYX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 14-30mm | 28-75mm | 10-18mm | 12-60mm | 28-70mm | 28-135mm |
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/22 | f/4 |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Stabilization | false | false | false | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 2059 | 540 | 260 | 320 | 495 | 420 |
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD | Autofocus | linear motor | STM | SSM |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon 20070_EDI_2 | 54.6 | 14.5 | 12.3 | 74.5 | 95 | 22.6 | 63.3 | 74.4 | 94.9 | 38 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 Compare | 54.6 | 88.1 | 67.2 | 87.3 | 87.8 | 85.8 | 80.4 | 78.2 | 83.1 | 38 |
| Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Compare | 54.6 | 83.5 | 87.3 | 93.3 | 81.6 | 85.8 | 80.4 | 69.1 | 68.8 | 38 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12060 Compare | 98 | 88.1 | 83.1 | 50.4 | 90.2 | 85.8 | 44.2 | 93.1 | 63.5 | 83.2 |
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Compare | 87 | 25.9 | 70.2 | 80.4 | 85 | 22.6 | 98.1 | 77.2 | 87.9 | 98.5 |
| Sony G SELP28135G.SYX Compare | 94.2 | 80.2 | 75.5 | 31.2 | 87 | 69.9 | 63.3 | 92.4 | 50.2 | 92.8 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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