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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2007January 2026
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length14–24 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/22f/22–40
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
Aperture detailConstant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range; G-type automatic diaphragmf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure increments
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 114°–84°; DX 90°–61°FX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount with full-frame/FX coverage; also usable on DXNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification–0.5×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave Motor. Manual focus override via M/A modeStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.28 m at 18–24 mm; Nikon Japan specifies 0.3 m below 18 mmDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detailNikon UK publishes a maximum reproduction ratio of 1/6.7, while the current Japanese table gives 0.14×; both are retained here without silently equating themMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera WorldNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter–67 mm
Maximum diameter98 mm73.5 mm
Length131.5 mm106.5 mm
Weight1,000 g350 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine finds both rings smooth with short focus-ring travelCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menu
Zoom designRotating zoom ring with focal-length markings at 14, 15, 16, 18, 20 and 24 mmBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mm
Filter detailNo standard screw-in filter attachment. Digital Camera World notes specialist external filter systems can be used with a dedicated adapter–
Weather resistanceePHOTOzine identifies a rubber seal at the mount and Digital Camera World describes weather seals. The maker tables do not define broader protection, so no general rating is assignedDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 98 mm maximum diameter × 131.5 mm length from the lens mountApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailNikon UK specifies approximately 1,000 g; the current Japanese table specifies approximately 970 g. The UK figure is retainedApproximately 350 g
Lens hoodFixed hood around the curved front elementOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxSlip-on front cap, rear cap and CL-M3 semi-soft case; Nikon Japan's shop identifies the rear cap as LF-1LC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon USA stated November 2007 availability; Nikon Japan's shop records 30 November 2007. Month precision is retained because the US first-sale day is not givenUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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