Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 vs Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (A062)
Both are Nikon Z mount zooms for wide-angle and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (A062) |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 17-28mm | 20-40mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 covers 17-28mm and the Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (A062) covers 20-40mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 is first-party (Nikon) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (A062) is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8See price on Amazon
Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (A062)See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 and the Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (A062)?
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 is 17-28mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (A062) is 20-40mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 and Tamron 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (A062) fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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