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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2016January 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length105 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/16f/22–40
Optical construction14 elements in nine groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree ED glass elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
Aperture detail–f/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure increments
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat; fluorine coatings on front and rear elements–
DiaphragmNine rounded blades; electromagnetic aperture controlSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 23°10′; DX 15°20′FX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount with FX coverage; requires a camera supporting the E-type electromagnetic diaphragm. Nikon's announcement lists compatible bodies including the D5, D810, D750, D500 and D7200; not universally compatible with older F-mount bodiesNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance1 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.13×0.5×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor with M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual focus; Photography Blog confirms internal focusing and a non-rotating frontStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailNikon specifies minimum 1 m. Camera Labs reaches 0.93 m in manual focus; the maker's figure is retainedDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detailNikon specifies maximum 0.13×. Camera Labs obtains 1:6.3 in manual focus; this measured result is not substituted for the maker figureMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo lens optical VR, confirmed by Camera LabsNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Video featuresCamera Labs measures a 28% increase in magnification focusing from infinity to 1.05 m, indicating substantial focus breathing–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter82 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter94.5 mm73.5 mm
Length106 mm106.5 mm
Weight985 g350 g
ControlsWide focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ringCustomisable 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 detail82 mm screw-in filters–
Weather resistanceNikon USA states the lens is sealed and gasketed against dust and moisture. Camera Labs describes only the visible mount gasket; the maker's broader sealing claim is retained without implying waterproofingDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 94.5 mm diameter × 106 mm length from the mount, according to Nikon's CIPA-based figuresApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 985 g by Nikon's CIPA-based figure; Camera Labs measures 979 g without the hoodApproximately 350 g
Lens hoodHB-79 bayonet hood includedOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-82 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-79 hood and CL-1218 soft caseLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 26 August 2016; Nikon USA's announcement specifies late August availabilityUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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