ZLY Technology KD-8518C 85mm
ZLY Technology
38 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Nikon
78 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
ZLY Technology KD-8518C 85mm
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
82 out of 100 high confidence 34 reviews
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 is widely praised for its sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and compact, lightweight design, making it a favorite for event, wedding, real estate, and travel photography. Users appreciate the constant f/2.8 aperture for low light and the internal zoom that keeps gimbals balanced. A few negative reviews mention resolution issues, excessive contrast, or that it's a rebranded Tamron, but the overall sentiment is very positive, with many calling it a great value.
Pros
- Sharp and crisp images
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Compact and lightweight
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Internal zoom for gimbal balance
Cons
- Resolution issues in some copies
- Excessive contrast in images
- Rebranded Tamron design
- Not as sharp as S-line lenses
- Made in China
Image quality 18
Autofocus performance 8
Build quality 10
Value for money 7
Size and weight 9
Gimbal compatibility 5
Scores
Portrait
Professional
Street
Video Cinema
Landscape
Budget
Wildlife Sports
Travel
Macro
Specifications
| ZLY Technology KD-8518C 85mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 6 | 13 |
| Groups | 6 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 3★ |
| Coating | ultra multi-coating (UMC) | antifouling coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/85 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 6 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | — | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 85 mm★ | 190 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.19x★ |
Pros & Cons
ZLY Technology KD-8518C 85mm
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (69th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average aperture (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
- Strong bokeh (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
ZLY Technology KD-8518C 85mm0.014score per dollar
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.80.003score per dollar
ZLY Technology KD-8518C 85mm offers 4.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Scores 78 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
