Fujifilm XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR 16mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR 16mm
The Fuji XF 24mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its compact size, light weight, and excellent image quality, especially for travel and outdoor photography. Users highlight its sharpness, micro contrast, and weather sealing, though some note softness at wide apertures and mediocre indoor performance. A few reviewers find it less impressive compared to faster or wider alternatives, but overall it is considered a versatile and portable prime lens.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent sharpness and micro contrast
- Great for travel and outdoor photography
- Weather-sealed build
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Soft at wide apertures
- Mediocre indoor performance
- Lacks manual focus switch
- Bokeh not as good as f/1.4 version
- Some find it less sharp than alternatives
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
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
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR 16mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 16 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 13 |
| Groups | 8 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 3★ |
| Coating | Super EBC multi-layer coating | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.15 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor | Stepping Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 16 mm★ | 190 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7 | 1:5.26 |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR 16mm
- Strong macro (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
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
Pricing
Fujifilm XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR 16mm offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
