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Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8GNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2011September 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length40 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/22
Macro lensYesNo
Optical constructionNine elements in seven groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elements–Two ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
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 compensated–
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewDX 38°50′; angle of view equivalent to 60 mm on FXFX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleAPS-CFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens designed for DXNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.163 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification1×0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailUltrasonic motor with manual focusing available; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
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 closerMinimum focus from focal plane 0.24 m at 24/28 mm, 0.27 m at 35 mm, 0.30 m at 50 mm and 0.33 m at 70 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 1× life-size reproductionMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video features–Focus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter52 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter68.5 mm84 mm
Length64.5 mm142 mm
Weight235 g675 g
ControlsFocus ring and distance window; focus limiter selects the full infinity–0.163 m range or infinity–0.2 mClick on/off control ring, two assignable L-fn buttons and focus-limit switch that restricts minimum focus to 0.33 m throughout the zoom range
Zoom design–Internal zoom maintains the lens length
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 assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 68.5 mm maximum diameter × 64.5 mm from the mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detail–Maker approximately 675 g
Lens hood–HB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-52 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-61 bayonet hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan records 25 August 2011 availabilityAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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