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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2016September 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length105 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction14 elements in nine groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsThree ED glass elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat; fluorine coatings on front and rear elementsMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
DiaphragmNine rounded blades; electromagnetic aperture control11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 23°10′; DX 15°20′FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
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 bodiesNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance1 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.13×0.32×
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 frontMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailNikon specifies minimum 1 m. Camera Labs reaches 0.93 m in manual focus; the maker's figure is retainedMinimum 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 detailNikon specifies maximum 0.13×. Camera Labs obtains 1:6.3 in manual focus; this measured result is not substituted for the maker figureMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo lens optical VR, confirmed by Camera LabsNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video featuresCamera Labs measures a 28% increase in magnification focusing from infinity to 1.05 m, indicating substantial focus breathingFocus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter82 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter94.5 mm84 mm
Length106 mm142 mm
Weight985 g675 g
ControlsWide focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ringClick 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 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 waterproofingDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 94.5 mm diameter × 106 mm length from the mount, according to Nikon's CIPA-based figuresApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailApproximately 985 g by Nikon's CIPA-based figure; Camera Labs measures 979 g without the hoodMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodHB-79 bayonet hood includedHB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-82 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-79 hood and CL-1218 soft caseLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 26 August 2016; Nikon USA's announcement specifies late August 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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