The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 14mm f2.8D ED and the Carl Zeiss Distagon T2/28 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. Carl Zeiss Distagon T2/28 is the longer of the two lenses at 93mm. The Nikon 14mm f2.8D ED with a length of 87mm, is 6mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon 14mm f2.8D ED has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to the Carl Zeiss Distagon T2/28's 64mm 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. Carl Zeiss Distagon T2/28 weighs 520g, 22% (150g) lighter than the Nikon 14mm f2.8D ED's weight of 670g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 14mm f2.8D ED and the Carl Zeiss Distagon T2/28 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.
Carl Zeiss Distagon T2/28 is also available in Canon EF and Pentax KAF mounts.
Focal Range
Nikon 14mm f2.8D ED is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 14mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
21mm.
On the other hand, the Carl Zeiss Distagon T2/28 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 28mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 42mm.