Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm
Nikon
85 Overall Score
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
93 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 17 |
| Groups | 11 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | — | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | internal linear motor★ | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x | 1:2.7★ |
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)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR 12-28mm0.270score per dollar
vs
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G20.337score per dollar
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
