Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM
Canon
36 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
Nikon
91 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
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
| Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 210 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 13 |
| Groups | 8 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 3★ |
| Coating | — | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 5-7.1 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Stepping Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 730 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x | 1:5.26★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong versatility (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average social proof (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 22 specs.
