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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E EDNikonNIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ
Overview
ReleasedJune 2017April 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length28 mm28–135 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/4
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groups18 elements in 13 groups
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and fluorine coatingMeso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the front element
Aperture detailE-type electromagnetic automatic diaphragm–
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75°; DX 53°FX 75° to 18°10′; DX 53° to 12°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount E-type CPU lens; ePHOTOzine notes that electronic aperture control requires a compatible later camera body. Phillip Reeve tested autofocus successfully on a Nikon Zf through the FTZ II adapter–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.34 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.25×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor and manual override; Nikon Japan specifies rear focusing rather than generic internal focusingStepping motor autofocus and internal focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.28 m from the focal planeMinimum focal-plane distances of 0.34 m at 28, 35 and 50 mm; 0.39 m at 70 mm; 0.43 m at 85 mm; 0.49 m at 105 mm; 0.57 m at 135 mm
Magnification detailMaker maximum 0.17×; Phillip Reeve's measured 1:5.5 is a test result, not the maker specificationMaximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by ePHOTOzineNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World; camera stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Focus-breathing suppression, linear manual-focus support and power zoom; Hi-Res Zoom synchronisation requires a supported camera and suitable firmware
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm95 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm105 mm
Length100.5 mm177.5 mm
Weight645 g1,210 g
ControlsDedicated focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switchZoom rocker, electronically coupled zoom and focus rings, customisable control ring, two L-Fn buttons and A–M switch; no mechanically driven manual zoom ring
Zoom design–Internal power zoom with eleven selectable speeds on compatible cameras; adjustable zoom-ring direction and rotation angle, with firmware and camera compatibility requirements
Filter detail–95 mm screw-in filter thread; HB-116 rectangular hood has a filter adjustment window
Weather resistanceNikon specifies dust- and drip-resistant construction; fluorine coating repels water, dust and dirt. No waterproof or IP rating is claimedMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 100.5 mm from the mountApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flange
Weight detailMaker approximately 645 g; Phillip Reeve measured 646 g without hood or capsApproximately 1,210 g including tripod collar, used in the main specifications; approximately 1,120 g without it
Tripod mount–Tripod collar with removable foot
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-83 bayonet hood and CL-1118 lens caseLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 case
Release detailNikon USA stated late June 2017 availability; Nikon Japan records 30 June 2017. Month precision is retained because the US first-sale day is unspecifiedNikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-sale date

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