Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 Lens

Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 Lens

Overview

The NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 is a versatile, ultra-compact, and lightweight wide-angle prime lens designed for Nikon's Z-mount mirrorless cameras. Its 28mm focal length provides a wide field of view, ideal for street photography, landscapes, and everyday snapshots. The f/2.8 maximum aperture offers excellent performance in low light and allows for creative depth-of-field control.

Key Features

• Wide-Angle Perspective: The 28mm focal length is ideal for capturing expansive scenes, including landscapes, cityscapes, architecture, and environmental portraits. On Nikon Z DX-format cameras, this lens provides a field of view equivalent to approximately 42mm, making it a versatile standard prime.

• Bright f/2.8 Aperture: With a maximum aperture of f/2.8, this lens is capable of delivering great performance in low-light situations while providing beautiful background blur (bokeh) for creative effects. The wide aperture is perfect for isolating subjects and capturing sharp images in challenging lighting conditions.

• Compact and Lightweight: One of the standout features of this lens is its ultra-compact size and lightweight build. Weighing just 155 grams (5.5 oz) and with a length of 43mm (1.7 inches), it’s a perfect everyday carry lens for photographers who want mobility without sacrificing quality. It's great for street photographers and travelers who prioritize portability.

• Sharp and Clear Images: The lens's optical construction includes 2 aspherical elements, which help to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations, delivering sharp, clear, and high-quality images from edge to edge, even when shooting wide open at f/2.8.

• Stepping Motor (STM) Autofocus: The STM autofocus system ensures fast, accurate, and near-silent focusing performance, making it well-suited for both still photography and video recording. The quiet operation is particularly useful for recording videos where minimal noise interference is needed.

• Minimum Focus Distance: With a minimum focusing distance of 0.19 meters (0.63 feet), the lens allows photographers to get close to their subjects for detailed shots, such as close-ups or product photography, while maintaining a wide perspective.

• Durable Design: Despite its compact size, the lens is built with durability in mind, featuring some degree of weather sealing to protect against dust and moisture, making it a reliable option for outdoor shooting in various environments.

Specifications

• Focal Length: 28mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Construction: 9 elements in 8 groups (including 2 aspherical elements)
• Angle of View: 75° (FX-format), 53° (DX-format)
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.19 meters (0.63 feet)
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 0.2x
• Autofocus: Yes (stepping motor)
• Filter Size: 52mm
• Dimensions: 70mm (diameter) x 43mm (length)
• Weight: 155g (5.5 oz)

Ideal For

The NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 is a great option for photographers looking for a portable wide-angle lens with a bright aperture for everyday use. It's particularly well-suited for street photography, travel, landscape, and environmental portraiture. Its compact design makes it easy to carry, while its versatile focal length and bright aperture ensure great performance across various shooting scenarios