The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 17-28mm F2.8 and the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z 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. Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z is the longer of the two lenses at 124mm. The Nikon Z 17-28mm F2.8 with a length of 101mm, is 23mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z also has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to the Nikon Z 17-28mm F2.8's 75mm 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 Z 17-28mm F2.8 weighs 450g, which means it is 360g (44%) lighter than the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z which has a weight of 810g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon Z 17-28mm F2.8 and the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z has the same Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 17-28mm F2.8 has a focal range of 17-28mm and
1.7X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
25.5 - 42mm.
On the other hand, the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z 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.
