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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.8G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.8GNikonNIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ
Overview
ReleasedMay 2012April 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length28 mm28–135 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/4
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction11 elements in nine groups18 elements in 13 groups
Special elementsTwo aspherical elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the front element
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 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 G-type CPU lens covering FX; DX angle of view equivalent to 42 mm on FX–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.34 m
Maximum magnification0.22×0.25×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with an ultrasonic motor according to Nikon Japan; reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideStepping motor autofocus and internal focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.25 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 detailNikon UK specifies 0.22×, while Nikon Japan specifies 0.21×; the UK figure is retainedMaximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo 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 resistant–Yes
Filter diameter67 mm95 mm
Maximum diameter73 mm105 mm
Length80.5 mm177.5 mm
Weight330 g1,210 g
ControlsM/A–M switch, focus ring and distance windowZoom 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 resistanceBoth reviews identify a rubber seal at the mount; Digital Camera World notes it is not fully weather sealed. No general maker rating is assignedMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 80.5 mm from the mountApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 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-67 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-64 bayonet hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 case
Release detailNikon Japan records 24 May 2012 availability. Nikon's Canadian announcement specifies the end of May 2012Nikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-sale date

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