Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 has a better length (23.5mm vs 45.5mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 has a better price (msrp) ($299 vs $499).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR has a better min focus distance (15 cm vs 20 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/3.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 has a better weight (125g (4.4 oz) vs 130g (4.6 oz)).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 26mm | 12-28mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 8 | 11 |
| Optical Groups | 6 | 9 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | 18-42mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 20 cm | 15 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.23x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | Yes |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $299 | $499 |
| Filter Size | 52mm | 62mm |
| Diameter | 70mm | 70mm |
| Length | 23.5mm | 45.5mm |
| Weight | 125g (4.4 oz) | 130g (4.6 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
