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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.8G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.8GNikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedMay 2012March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length28 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction11 elements in nine groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo aspherical elementsOne ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detail–f/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 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 G-type CPU lens covering FX; DX angle of view equivalent to 42 mm on FXNative 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 distance0.25 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.22×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailRear focusing with an ultrasonic motor according to Nikon Japan; reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.25 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 detailNikon UK specifies 0.22×, while Nikon Japan specifies 0.21×; the UK figure is retainedMaximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsMaker 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 resistant–Yes
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter73 mm90 mm
Length80.5 mm208 mm
Weight330 g998 g
ControlsM/A–M switch, focus ring and distance windowAF/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 resistanceBoth reviews identify a rubber seal at the mount; Digital Camera World notes it is not fully weather sealed. No general maker rating is assignedDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 80.5 mm from the mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 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-67 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-64 bayonet hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailNikon Japan records 24 May 2012 availability. Nikon's Canadian announcement specifies the end of May 2012US maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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