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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8

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NikonNIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZNikonNIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedApril 2025July 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length28–135 mm28 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical construction18 elements in 13 groupsNine elements in eight groups
Special elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elementsTwo aspherical elements
Aperture detail–f/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimum
CoatingsMeso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the front element–
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75° to 18°10′; DX 53° to 12°FX 75°; DX 53°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
Compatibility–Nikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 42 mm lens on full frame
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.34 m0.19 m
Maximum magnification0.25×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor autofocus and internal focusingNikon multi-focusing autofocus system, designed for quiet operation and close-range accuracy
Focus distance detailMinimum 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 mmInternal focusing; minimum 0.19 m measured from focal plane
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mmMaximum reproduction ratio 0.2×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World; camera stabilisation depends on the bodyNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBIS
Video featuresFocus-breathing suppression, linear manual-focus support and power zoom; Hi-Res Zoom synchronisation requires a supported camera and suitable firmwareNikon describes quiet operation, reduced focus breathing and stable exposure for video
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter95 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter105 mm70 mm
Length177.5 mm43 mm
Weight1,210 g155 g
ControlsZoom rocker, electronically coupled zoom and focus rings, customisable control ring, two L-Fn buttons and A–M switch; no mechanically driven manual zoom ringOne programmable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the camera
Zoom designInternal power zoom with eleven selectable speeds on compatible cameras; adjustable zoom-ring direction and rotation angle, with firmware and camera compatibility requirements–
Filter detail95 mm screw-in filter thread; HB-116 rectangular hood has a filter adjustment window52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every conditionNikon states dust- and drip-resistant design, but does not guarantee resistance in all situations or conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flangeStandard approximately 70 × 43 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 43 mm, measured from lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 1,210 g including tripod collar, used in the main specifications; approximately 1,120 g without itStandard approximately 155 g; SE approximately 160 g
Lens hood–Not included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hood
Tripod mountTripod collar with removable foot–
In the boxLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or case
Release detailNikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-sale dateNikon USA specifies late July 2021 availability of the SE lens in a Zfc kit, with separate SE sales planned for autumn. The modern standard exterior followed in December 2021. These cosmetic finishes share the same optical specification and are configurations here

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