Nikon
NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct — 58mm f/0.95 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$7,999
Launch priceReleased Oct 2019
Tamron
17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD
Nikon Z Mount
17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD — 17–28mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2022
17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD is 3.1 years newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct
Wins
17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- B17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD has lower Weight (430 g vs 1600 g)
- ANIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/0.95 vs f/2.8)
- ANIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/0.95 vs f/2.8)
- B17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD has lower Length (110 mm vs 274 mm)
- ANIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct has lower Diameter (81 mm vs 86 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/0.95 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/0.95 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Control ring
Only NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct supports it
- ✓
Diameter
81 mm vs 86 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD
- ✓
Weight
430 g vs 1600 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
110 mm vs 274 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Min focus distance
Both 38 cm
Max magnification
Both 0.25 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct
Pros
- ✓Bright f/0.95 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct
Tamron 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.