Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
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
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
The Sony 20-70mm f4 G lens is highly praised for its sharpness, compact size, and versatile focal range, making it an excellent travel companion. Users appreciate the extra 4mm at the wide end compared to the 24-105mm, which enhances creative options for landscapes. A few drawbacks include noticeable field curvature at wide angles and the lack of a zoom lock to prevent lens creep. Overall, it is considered a significant upgrade over kit lenses and older models.
Pros
- Excellent edge-to-edge sharpness
- Compact and lightweight design
- Versatile 20-70mm focal range
- Great for travel and landscapes
- Fast and reliable autofocus
Cons
- Noticeable field curvature at wide end
- No zoom lock to prevent lens creep
- Slight noise in dark interiors at f4
- Not available at f2.8
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 16 |
| Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | fluorine coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 0.49 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.26★ | 0.39x |
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
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
