Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm
Nikon
85 Overall Score
vs
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
Sony
83 Overall Score
Scores
Street
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Budget
Professional
Portrait
Video Cinema
Landscape
Macro
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm | Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 16 |
| Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | — | fluorine coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.49 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | internal linear motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x | 0.39x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong aperture (78th percentile)
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong bokeh (79th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm0.184score per dollar
vs
Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm0.060score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm offers 3.1x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm wins 5 specs while Sony FE SEL2070G 20-70mm wins 6.
