Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
What Buyers Say
Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
The Hasselblad XCD 55mm f/2.5 V lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, solid metal build, and fast autofocus. Users praise its versatility for portraits and landscapes, though some note the secondary ring is not universally liked and one report mentions a fit issue. Overall, it is considered a worthy investment for medium-format photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and clarity
- Solid metal build with premium feel
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Versatile focal length for portraits and landscapes
- Compact and lightweight design
Cons
- Secondary ring not universally liked
- Fit issue reported (loose movement)
- Autofocus not significantly better than earlier lenses
- Not easy to purchase
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
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
Scores
Specifications
| Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | standard | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 13 |
| Groups | 8 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 0 | 3★ |
| Coating | Aspherical | antifouling coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.5 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Hasselblad X | Nikon Z |
| Format | medium-format | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | internal autofocus | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.4★ | 0.19x |
Pros & Cons
Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Strong optical (65th percentile)
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th 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
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 offers 6.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
