I'm heading to Glacier National Park soon and realized my kit lens isn't wide enough for those huge mountain vistas. I'm shooting on a Nikon Z6II and need something sharp for sunrise.
I've narrowed it down to:
Which wide-angle lens is best for high-detail Nikon landscapes?
Honestly, the 14-24mm is incredible but its so expensive. If you want to save some serious cash, go with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S. Its way cheaper than the zoom and honestly sharp enough for any big landscape print. Or check out the Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 if you really need a zoom for less money. Primes are way lighter for hiking tho!
Agree with the 20mm choice, but also consider the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S. Tbh its lighter for trails and fits standard 82mm filters, which makes long exposures way easier.
Glacier is gonna be incredible this time of year! Between your two picks, if you can swing the price, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S is basically the dream lens for those massive peaks. That extra 6mm on the wide end makes a huge difference when you're trying to cram an entire mountain range into one frame. But, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S is no slouch either. Its way lighter for hiking and the f/1.8 is a lifesaver if you want to catch the Milky Way after the sun goes down. Just keep in mind that the 14-24mm uses a weird 112mm filter size or a bulky holder system, which adds a lot of extra cost and weight to your pack. If you're on a budget, go with the 20mm and use the leftover cash for a really solid tripod... you'll definitely need it for those low-light sunrise shots!