Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ is a Variable aperture Auto Focus (AF)
Ultra-Wideangle Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with
Z Mount cameras .
What type of photography is the Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ lens good for?
The choice of photography type for which you intend to use the Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ is a crucial decision factor. Below, we have assessed its suitability for various photography scenarios:
Reasons to Buy the Nikon Nikkor Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens
Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Nikon Nikkor Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens in a list form to assist you in determining whether it offers the features you need.
0.19m / 7.5 inch
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Lens Mount
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ is compatible with cameras that have a Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are RED Komodo-X 6K Z , Nikon Z50 II and Nikon Z30 .
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
The size and weight are crucial factors to consider when searching for your next lens. Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ has a maximum diameter of 72mm and a total length of 64mm . It weighs 205g / 7.2 oz .
Check the size of the Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ when attached to Z Mount cameras :
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ Size
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ has a filter thread of 67mm . Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ:
You can also check All Nikon Z Mount Lenses with 67mm Filter Thread Size
Focal Range
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ has a focal range of 12-28mm and 2.3X zoom ratio which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 18-42mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
Weather Sealings
Weather Sealings of the Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ
The Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Nikon Z50 II , Nikon Z30 and Nikon Z50 .
Optical Image Stabilization
The Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting. Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ's stabilization system is effective up to 4.5 stops .
Zoom Method
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ features Rotary (internal) zoom method where the length of the lens doesn't change while you are zooming in or out. Even though this design has a size disadvantage in general compared to extending designs, it has the benefits of better sealing against dust and moisture, no zoom creep and no weight balance shift while zooming.
Power Zoom
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ has a Power Zoom feature which consists of a rocker switch and a internal zoom motor where you can change the focal length of the lens by pushing this switch. This method of zoom is smoother and generates less shake than zooming in and out using your hand, especially beneficial while recording video.
Maximum Magnification Ratio
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.21x with a minimum focusing distance of 0.19m .
Below are the 3 Ultra-Wideangle Zoom type Nikon Z mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios :
Aperture
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ is a variable aperture lens with a max aperture of f3.5 and a minimum aperture of f16 at 12mm, and a max aperture of f5.6 and minimum aperture of f25 at 28mm .
Focal Length
Max Aperture
Min Aperture
12mm
F3.5
F16
28mm
F5.6
F25
Optical Formula
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ's optical formula consists of 12 elements in 11 groups .
Lens Hood
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ doesn't come with a lens hood.
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ Lens Hood
Recommended Accessories for the Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ
Now it is time to look at the Top Recommended Accessories for the Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ .
Body Colour
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ is available in Black color.
Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ Attached to a camera
Here are the 8 most popular comparisons of the Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ amongst Camera Decision readers.
Top Alternatives of Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ Lens
In addition, it would be interesting to check which lenses from other mounts are most commonly compared with the Nikon Nikkor Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR.
Top Alternatives of Nikon Z 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ in Other Lens Mounts
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