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Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonAF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8GNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2011January 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length40 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/22f/22–40
Macro lensYes–
Optical constructionNine elements in seven groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elements–One ED and two aspherical elements
Aperture detailf/2.8 maximum aperture at infinity; Nikon notes the effective aperture becomes smaller at close focus, with camera exposure and displayed aperture automatically compensatedf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure increments
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewDX 38°50′; angle of view equivalent to 60 mm on FXFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleAPS-CFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens designed for DXNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.163 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification1×0.5×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailUltrasonic motor with manual focusing available; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.163 m from the focal plane at life-size reproduction. Digital Camera World reports a 3.5 cm working distance from the lens front at maximum magnification; the barrel extends when focusing closerDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 1× life-size reproductionMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter52 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter68.5 mm73.5 mm
Length64.5 mm106.5 mm
Weight235 g350 g
ControlsFocus ring and distance window; focus limiter selects the full infinity–0.163 m range or infinity–0.2 mCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menu
Zoom design–Barrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mm
Filter detail52 mm screw-in filters; ePHOTOzine reports the thread does not rotate during focusing–
Weather resistanceePHOTOzine identifies a mount gasket but explicitly notes no weather-resistance claim; no general rating is assignedDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 68.5 mm maximum diameter × 64.5 mm from the mountApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 350 g
Lens hood–Optional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-52 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-61 bayonet hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon Japan records 25 August 2011 availabilityUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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