With the Z 28-75mm f/2.8, Nikon has succeeded in creating a very good, fast, and weather-sealed standard zoom lens that opens up many possibilities for photo enthusiasts at a fair price.

... At 75 mm, the open aperture is less convincing. The resolution is ok, but in the centre of the image it remains 300 line pairs below the best results of this zoom. The contrast is similar. Stopping down raises both values again to a very good to excellent level. The edge fall-off now corresponds to the good values at 46 mm. All in all, slight weaknesses at 2.8/75 mm, but clearly recommended.

In summary, the Nikkor Z 28-75mm f/2.8 scored 89.6 per cent and the test mark VERY GOOD. In comparison with the 24-70mm f/2.8 S, the new lens loses a few points in resolution and features, but at just €889 it is a full €1,410 cheaper than the S-Line lens.

After the Nikkor Z 40 mm f/2 already surprised with an astonishing performance at just as good a price, Nikon is bringing another banger to the market with the Nikkor Z 28-75 mm f/2.8. It provides the most important focal length range and high speed at a manageable cost.