The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 and the Nikon 28mm f1.8G for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 89mm. The Nikon 28mm f1.8G with a length of 81mm, is 8mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 also has a larger diameter of 75mm compared to the Nikon 28mm f1.8G's 73mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon 28mm f1.8G weighs 330g, 41% (235g) lighter than the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8's weight of 565g.
Filter Threads
Both the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 and the Nikon 28mm f1.8G have the same Filter thread size of 67mm.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 and the Nikon 28mm f1.8G has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
28mm but while Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 has the fastest aperture of
F2.8, the Nikon 28mm f1.8G's widest aperture value is
F1.8.