Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
Fujifilm XF80mmF2.8 R LM OIS WR Lens 80mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8
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
Fujifilm XF80mmF2.8 R LM OIS WR Lens 80mm
This Fujifilm 80mm macro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, contrast, and build quality. Users praise its versatility for food, portraits, and macro photography, with effective OIS enabling handheld use. A few note the manual focus requires practice, but the optical performance is widely considered outstanding.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and contrast
- Effective optical image stabilization
- Versatile for macro, food, and portraits
- Beautiful build quality and craftsmanship
- Quick and responsive autofocus
Cons
- Manual focus requires practice
- Expensive for some users
- Shallow depth of field at close range
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Fujifilm XF80mmF2.8 R LM OIS WR Lens 80mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 80 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 80 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 16 |
| Groups | 11 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 1.18 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26 | 1:1 |
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
Fujifilm XF80mmF2.8 R LM OIS WR Lens 80mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
- Below average build (25th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
