Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
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
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent build quality. Users highlight its performance in low light and video work, with many noting it as a significant upgrade. A few Q&A entries address concerns about internal movement when off, which is confirmed as normal stabilizer behavior.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Excellent build quality
- Great low-light performance
- Internal zoom mechanism
Cons
- Internal movement when off (normal but concerning)
- Heavier than similar lenses
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | nano-multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.37 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | DSM digital stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm | 23 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26★ | 0.1x |
Pros & Cons
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
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm offers 4.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
