The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 28-75mm F2.8 and the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD 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 28-75mm F2.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 121mm. The Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD with a length of 81mm, is 40mm shorter. On the other hand, the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD has a larger diameter of 80mm compared to the Nikon Z 28-75mm F2.8 's 75mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 28-75mm F2.8 and Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 28-75mm F2.8 and the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD 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. Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD weighs 450g, 20% (115g) lighter than the Nikon Z 28-75mm F2.8 's weight of 565g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 28-75mm F2.8 and the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD 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
The Nikon Z 28-75mm F2.8 has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD has the Nikon F (FX) 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 Nikon D6 , Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Canon EF and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 28-75mm F2.8 has a focal range of 28-75mm and
2.7X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
42 - 112.5mm .
On the other hand, the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 52.5mm .
