Tamron
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Nikon Z Mount
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 — 28–75mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2022
Viltrox
AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z
Nikon Z Mount
AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z — 28–75mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$699
Launch priceReleased Apr 2023
AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z is 4 months newer.
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Wins
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Wins
AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAF 28-75mm F2.8 Z has lower Length (117 mm vs 127 mm)
- A28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 has lower Diameter (70 mm vs 75 mm)
- BAF 28-75mm F2.8 Z has higher Max magnification (0.26 × vs 0.25 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to share28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
⌀70 × 127 mm
550 g (1.21 lb / 19.40 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z
⌀75 × 117 mm
550 g (1.21 lb / 19.40 oz)
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 is 10mm longer and 5mm narrower than AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z.
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 and AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z weigh the same.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
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 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
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Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 supports it
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 75 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 3 Aspherical, 3 ED, 1 HR
- ✓
Length
117 mm vs 127 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.26 × vs 0.25 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Min focus distance
Both 38 cm
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weight
Both 550 g
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
AF 28-75mm F2.8 Z
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Solid optical performance for the price tier
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.