Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S has a better min focus distance (20 cm vs 50 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/4).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S has a better weight (505g (1.11 lb) vs 725g (1.60 lb)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S has a better price (msrp) ($1,099 vs $1,299).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 20mm | 28-400mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 14 | − |
| Optical Groups | 11 | − |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/32 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 20 cm | 50 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x | 0.33x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,099 | $1,299 |
| Filter Size | 77mm | 77mm |
| Diameter | 85.5mm | 84mm |
| Length | 108.5mm | 121.5mm |
| Weight | 505g (1.11 lb) | 725g (1.60 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
