Big Mike's BM-SLY420NK-K2 420-1600mm
Big Mike's
46 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Nikon
91 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Big Mike's BM-SLY420NK-K2 420-1600mm
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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
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Specifications
| Big Mike's BM-SLY420NK-K2 420-1600mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 420 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 1600 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | — | 13 |
| Groups | — | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 3★ |
| Coating | — | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/8.3 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/8.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon Z |
| Format | — | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.99 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | — | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 420 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:5.26★ |
Pros & Cons
Big Mike's BM-SLY420NK-K2 420-1600mm
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average build (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average optical (20th percentile)20th %ile
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
Pricing
Big Mike's BM-SLY420NK-K2 420-1600mm0.329score per dollar
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.80.086score per dollar
Big Mike's BM-SLY420NK-K2 420-1600mm offers 3.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 21 specs.
