The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ and the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE 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. Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ is the longer of the two lenses at 178mm. The Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE with a length of 158mm, is 20mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ also has a larger diameter of 105mm compared to the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE's 93mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ and Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ and the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE Size and Weight 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 Z 28-135mm f4 PZ weighs 1210g, which means it is 14g (1%) lighter than the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE which has a weight of 1224g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ has a filter size of 95mm whereas the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE has a 82mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 95mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 28-135mm f4 PZ has a focal range of 28-135mm and
4.8X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
42 - 202.5mm .
On the other hand, the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE has a focal range of 35-150mm and 4.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 52.5 - 225mm .
