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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OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm

OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm

OM System
66 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

OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm

92 out of 100 medium confidence 16 reviews

This lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness and compact size, making it a favorite for travel and outdoor photography. Users highlight its lightweight design and constant f4 aperture as ideal for a walkaround lens. A few note the lack of a manual focus clutch and that bokeh can sometimes appear busy, but overall it delivers stunning image quality for the price.

Pros
  • Exceptional sharpness
  • Compact and lightweight design
  • Constant f4 aperture
  • Great value for money
  • Excellent build quality
Cons
  • No manual focus clutch
  • Bokeh can be busy at times
  • No image stabilization in lens
  • No teleconverter compatibility
👍 Sharpness 8
👍 Build quality 4
👍 Portability 7
👍 Value for money 4
👍 Autofocus 2
👎 Bokeh quality 1

Scores

Professional
Nikon
89
OM System
62
Portrait
Nikon
88
OM System
42
Macro
Nikon
84
OM System
49
Budget
Nikon
84
OM System
67
Street
Nikon
82
OM System
54
Video Cinema
Nikon
81
OM System
53
Landscape
Nikon
78
OM System
68
Wildlife Sports
Nikon
72
OM System
55
Travel
Nikon
70
OM System
69

Specifications

Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mmOM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm
Optics
Typezoomzoom
Focal Length Min17 mm40 mm
Focal Length Max28 mm150 mm
Elements1315
Groups119
Aspherical Elements3★2
ED Elements33
CoatingMulti-CoatedZERO and Fluorine Lens Coating
Aperture
Max Aperturef/2.8f/22
Min Aperturef/2.8f/4
Constant✓✓
Diaphragm Blades9★7
Build
MountNikon ZMicro Four Thirds
Formatfull-frame★micro-four-thirds
Weather Sealed✓✓
Weight0.45 kg0.38 kg★
Filter Thread67 mm62 mm
AF & Stabilization
AF TypeStepping Motor★MSC
Stabilization✗✗
Focus
Min Focus Distance190 mm★700 mm
Max Magnification1:5.26★0.41x

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

OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm

  • Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
  • Below average aperture (21st percentile)

Pricing

OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm is ¥120,946 cheaper (2.1x less).

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

OM System M.Zuiko V335040BW000 40-150mm

Verdict

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

Scores 91 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.

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

MacroBudgetStreetPortraitLandscapeProfessionalVideo CinemaWildlife Sports

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