Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO vs Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE)
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for street and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO | Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 26mm | 28mm |
| 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 26mm f/2.8 EVO (26mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) (28mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) is first-party (Nikon) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 EVOSee price on Amazon
Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE)See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO and the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE)?
The Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO is 26mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) is 28mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO and Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) 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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