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Which wide-angle lens is best for Nikon landscape photography?

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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:

  • Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8
  • Nikkor Z 20mm f/1.8

Which wide-angle lens is best for high-detail Nikon landscapes?


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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!


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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.


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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!


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