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Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8

Nikon Z (DX/FX) Autofocus

Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8

Focal length
28 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
155 g
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
19 cm
Length
43 mm

At a Glance

Weighing only 155 g, the Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 is a compact wide-angle prime for full-frame Nikon Z. It reaches 0.2x magnification at its 19 cm minimum focus distance. The 28 mm field of view suits landscape, reportage, vlogging and travel.

Good for

  • Landscape
  • Reportage
  • Vlogging
  • Travel

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
28 mm
Max. focal length
28 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
9
Groups
8
Weight
155 g (0.34 lb)
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
19 cm (7.48 in)
Max. magnification
1:5 (0.2×)
Length
43 mm (1.69 in)
Diameter
70 mm (2.76 in)
Released
November 2021

Manufacturer data: imaging.nikon.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 fit?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 42 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon Z cameras

Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon Z lenses.

LensNikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8Nikon Nikkor Z 26mm F2.8Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVOArtra Lab Noxika 28mm f/2.8
Focal length28 mm26 mm26 mm28 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/2.8
Weight155 g125 g170 g180 g
Filter diameter52 mm52 mm43 mm58 mm
Min. focus distance19 cm20 cm20 cm35 cm
Length43 mm23.5 mm25.8 mm28 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesno
Image stabilizationnononono
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Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8: FAQ

Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 has autofocus.

Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 weigh?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 weighs 155 g. It is 43 mm long with a diameter of 70 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 use?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 takes 52 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 is 19 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 42 mm in full-frame terms.

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