The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE and the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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 26mm F2.8 weighs 125g, 3% (5g) lighter than the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE's weight of 130g.
Filter Threads
The Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE has a filter size of 43mm whereas the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 has a 52mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 43mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8:
Lens Mounts
The Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 has the Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
26mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
