Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm

Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm

Nikon
91 Overall Score
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Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS

Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS

Sigma
68 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm

92 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews

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
👍 Image quality 8
👍 Build quality 5
👍 Value for money 6
👍 Low light performance 4
👍 Size and weight 5
👍 Versatility 5

Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS

85 out of 100 high confidence 118 reviews

Reviewers consistently praise the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens for its stellar image sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent build quality, often calling it a fantastic value compared to pricier OEM alternatives. Many users highlight the internal zoom and solid magnesium construction as standout features. The most common and significant drawback is the lens's heavy weight, which can cause fatigue during extended handheld use. A few users also note a tight zoom ring initially and incompatibility with some filter systems.

Pros
  • Exceptional image sharpness
  • Fast and accurate autofocus
  • Excellent build quality
  • Great value for the money
  • Internal zoom mechanism
Cons
  • Heavy weight
  • Non-removable tripod collar
  • Tight zoom ring initially
  • No front filter threads
  • Limited button customization
👍 Image quality 38
👍 Autofocus performance 32
👍 Build quality 28
👍 Value for money 24
👎 Weight 26
👍 Stabilization 12

Scores

Professional
Nikon
89
Sigma
65
Portrait
Nikon
88
Sigma
51
Macro
Nikon
84
Sigma
74
Budget
Nikon
84
Sigma
68
Street
Nikon
82
Sigma
51
Video Cinema
Nikon
81
Sigma
71
Landscape
Nikon
78
Sigma
72
Wildlife Sports
Nikon
72
Sigma
64
Travel
Nikon
70
Sigma
61

Specifications

Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mmSigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS
Optics
Typezoomzoom
Focal Length Min17 mm70 mm
Focal Length Max28 mm200 mm
Elements1320
Groups1115
Aspherical Elements33
ED Elements310★
CoatingMulti-CoatedSuper Multi-Layer Coating
Aperture
Max Aperturef/2.8f/22
Min Aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Constant✓✓
Diaphragm Blades911★
Build
MountNikon ZSony E
Formatfull-framefull-frame
Weather Sealed✓✓
Weight0.45 kg★1.34 kg
Filter Thread67 mm77 mm
AF & Stabilization
AF TypeStepping Motor★HSM
Stabilization✗✓★
Stabilization Stops—7.5 stops★
Focus
Min Focus Distance190 mm★650 mm
Max Magnification1:5.261:5.2

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

Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS

  • Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong versatility (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Strong social proof (71st percentile)
  • Below average build (20th percentile)20th %ile
  • Below average aperture (21st percentile)

Pricing

Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm

No current pricing available

Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS

Verdict

★ Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm

Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm Better at:

MacroBudgetStreetTravelPortraitLandscapeProfessionalVideo CinemaWildlife Sports

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