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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E EDNikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedJune 2017March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length28 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsOne ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and fluorine coatingMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detailE-type electromagnetic automatic diaphragmf/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX 75°; DX 53°FX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
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 adapterNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Teleconverter support–Compatible with Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4× and TC-2.0×
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor and manual override; Nikon Japan specifies rear focusing rather than generic internal focusingSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.28 m from the focal planeDistances from focal plane; 0.38 m at 70/85 mm, 0.5 m at 105 mm, 0.6 m at 135 mm and 0.8 m at 200 mm
Magnification detailMaker maximum 0.17×; Phillip Reeve's measured 1:5.5 is a test result, not the maker specificationMaximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by ePHOTOzineMaker six-stop claim under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch/roll testing with Z6III, Synchro VR enabled, at telephoto end in Normal mode; support depends on camera
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm90 mm
Length100.5 mm208 mm
Weight645 g998 g
ControlsDedicated focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switchAF/manual switch, programmable function controls and focus limiter FULL (infinity–0.38 m) or LIMIT (infinity–5 m); control-ring clicking requires compatible camera/firmware
Zoom design–Internal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Weather resistanceNikon specifies dust- and drip-resistant construction; fluorine coating repels water, dust and dirt. No waterproof or IP rating is claimedDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 100.5 mm from the mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detailMaker approximately 645 g; Phillip Reeve measured 646 g without hood or capsApproximately 998 g without tripod collar ring or 1180 g with it
Tripod mount–Removable collar with Arca-Swiss screw-clamp foot; maker advises against lever clamps. Protective collar cover included.
Lens hood–HB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-83 bayonet hood and CL-1118 lens caseLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
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 unspecifiedUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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