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Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 SE vs Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5

Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 SE if

  • You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/2.8 vs f/4.5)
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.19 m vs 0.35 m
  • You want bigger close-ups: 0.2× vs 0.1× maximum magnification

Pick the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 80 g lighter (80 g vs 160 g)
  • You want a compact lens: 16.8 mm vs 43 mm long

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 SE and the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5
Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 SE Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5
Brand
Nikon
Viltrox
Max aperture
f/2.8 1⅓ stops faster
f/4.5
Weight
160 g
80 g lighter
Length
43 mm
16.8 mm shorter
Diameter
71.5 mm
65.3 mm slimmer
Filter thread
52 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.19 m closer
0.35 m
Max magnification
0.2× larger
0.1×
Optical design
9 elements / 8 groups
6 elements / 6 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
VCM
Released
2021
not listed
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
28mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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