Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm
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
Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm
This manual telephoto lens receives mixed feedback. While some users praise its value and image quality for the price, others report missing accessories, fit issues, and damage during shipping. The lack of automation and a learning curve for manual focus are noted, but satisfied buyers find it a good budget option.
Pros
- Great value for the price
- Good image quality
- Prompt seller support
Cons
- Missing accessories
- Fit issues with camera
- Damage during shipping
- No automation (manual only)
- Learning curve for manual focus
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 650 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 1300 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 8 |
| Groups | 11 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3★ | — |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Multi-coated, anti-reflection |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 8.0-16 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF |
| Format | full-frame★ | — |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 3.57 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 1.30 m |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26★ | — |
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
Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong versatility (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (65th percentile)
- Below average build (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average bokeh (28th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Ultimaxx UM-ZL650W 650-1300mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 10 of 21 specs.
