Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
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
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
This Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and compact size, making it a favorite for portraits and macro-like shots. Users highlight its lightweight design and excellent image quality, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing. Overall, it is considered a fantastic value for Micro Four Thirds photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Compact and lightweight
- Great for portraits
- Fast and quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Not compatible with full-frame cameras
- Price considered high by some
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 45 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 45 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 9 |
| Groups | 11 | 8 |
| 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/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.12 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 37 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | MSC |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26★ | 0.11x |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 45mm
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average macro (32nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.