Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Nikon
91 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD 28-300mm
Tamron
64 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
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
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD 28-300mm
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD 28-300mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 20 |
| Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | BBAR-G2 Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/7.1 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm | 190 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26 | 1:2.8 |
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
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD 28-300mm
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average social proof (29th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD 28-300mm
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Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
