Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
Sigma APO 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
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
Sigma APO 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro
This Sigma 70-300mm lens is widely praised for its excellent value, delivering sharp images, good bokeh, and a useful macro function at a budget price. Many users note it's ideal for amateur photographers, though the autofocus can be slow and noisy, and image quality softens slightly at 300mm without a tripod. Overall, it's considered a fantastic performance-to-price winner for those not needing professional-grade telephoto capabilities.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Good bokeh effect
- Useful macro function
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Slow autofocus in low light
- Noisy autofocus motor
- Softness at 300mm without tripod
- Rotating front element for polarizers
- Weighty for long hikes
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | Sigma APO 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 14 |
| Groups | 11 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Multi-layer lens coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 0.55 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 950 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26 | 1:2 |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Sigma APO 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma APO 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro offers 3.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
