Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
Nikon
91 Overall Score
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Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye 4mm
Canon
47 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
No customer feedback yet
Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye 4mm
45 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye Lens receives mixed feedback. One verified user reports a critical autofocus bug that requires a camera reset to fix, and incompatibility with Canon VR Utility for equirectangular conversion. Another verified owner finds it a good, affordable, lightweight alternative to the Canon R5 setup with autofocus. A third unverified user praises it for VR video, calling it a 10/10 purchase for wedding videography.
Pros
- Affordable alternative to R5 setup
- Lightweight design
- Autofocus capability
- Great for VR video
- Good for wedding videography
Cons
- Frequent autofocus loss requiring camera reset
- Incompatible with Canon VR Utility
- Limited compatibility (only R7 confirmed)
- No screw-on ND filter options
- Autofocus only on left lens subject
Autofocus reliability 3
Compatibility 3
Value for money 2
Vr video quality 2
Build quality 1
Filter options 2
Scores
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR | Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye 4mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | fisheye |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 4 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 4 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | — | Air Sphere Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon RF |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 31 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 67 mm★ | 201 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 1:33.33★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye 4mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average social proof (26th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR0.101score per dollar
vs
Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye 4mm0.043score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
