Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z TC-1.4x
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z TC-1.4x has a better length (18mm vs 45.5mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z TC-1.4x has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/3.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z TC-1.4x has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR has a better price (msrp) ($499 vs $549).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 12-28mm | 1mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 11 | 6 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 4 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/1 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 18-42mm | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | − |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 15 cm | − |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x | − |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | Yes | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $499 | $549 |
| Filter Size | 62mm | − |
| Diameter | 70mm | 70mm |
| Length | 45.5mm | 18mm |
| Weight | 130g (4.6 oz) | 130g (4.6 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |






