Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 20085 50-250mm
Nikon
79 Overall Score
vs
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
7Artisans
65 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 20085 50-250mm
No customer feedback yet
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 21 reviews
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight design
- Great for video
Cons
- Internal stabilizer movement when off
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
- Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
Image quality 5
Autofocus performance 4
Low light performance 2
Build quality 5
Weight and portability 2
Video suitability 2
Scores
Budget
Travel
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Street
Macro
Professional
Portrait
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 20085 50-250mm | 7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 50 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 250 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 11 |
| Groups | 12 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-6.3 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.40 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 400 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 20085 50-250mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 20085 50-250mm
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 20085 50-250mm
Scores 79 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
