Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 vs Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Air
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for street and compact — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 | Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 26mm | 20mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Air (20mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 (26mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 is first-party (Nikon) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Air is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8See price on Amazon
Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 AirSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 and the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Air?
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 is 26mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Air is 20mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 and Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Air fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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