Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8

Compact and versatile prime for everyday shooting

Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8
80/100
LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 17
Durability 14
Price 18
Usability 16
Brand Nikon
Model 20102

Key Features

OPTICS 9 elements in 8 groups with 2 aspherical elements
APERTURE 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Dual stepping motors (STM) for quiet, fast AF
MIN FOCUS 0.19m (0.63ft) minimum focus distance
SIZE Ultra-compact pancake design, 43mm length
WEIGHT Lightweight construction at approximately 155g
MOUNT Nikon Z-mount for full-frame mirrorless cameras
COATING Super Integrated Coating to reduce flare/ghosting
FILTER 52mm front filter thread diameter
VIDEO Focus breathing suppression for consistent framing
CONSTRUCTION Dust and drip-resistant design
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with both FX and DX formats
CONTROL Programmable control ring for focus or exposure

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Programmable control ring
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Accessed via camera menu
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Dust and drip-resistant

How-to Use Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 28mm
Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/16
Lens Construction 9 elements in 8 groups
Angle of View 75 degrees (FX)
Min Focus Distance 0.19m
Max Reproduction Ratio 0.2x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 52mm
Dimensions 70mm x 43mm
Weight 155g
Focus Motor Stepping Motor (STM)
Internal Focusing Yes
Mount Nikon Z
Format Full Frame