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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2007September 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length14–24 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
Aperture detailConstant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range; G-type automatic diaphragm–
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 114°–84°; DX 90°–61°FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount with full-frame/FX coverage; also usable on DXNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification–0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave Motor. Manual focus override via M/A modeMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.28 m at 18–24 mm; Nikon Japan specifies 0.3 m below 18 mmMinimum 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 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 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera WorldNo 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 diameter–77 mm
Maximum diameter98 mm84 mm
Length131.5 mm142 mm
Weight1,000 g675 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine finds both rings smooth with short focus-ring travelClick 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 designRotating zoom ring with focal-length markings at 14, 15, 16, 18, 20 and 24 mmInternal zoom maintains the lens length
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 assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 98 mm maximum diameter × 131.5 mm length from the lens mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailNikon UK specifies approximately 1,000 g; the current Japanese table specifies approximately 970 g. The UK figure is retainedMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodFixed hood around the curved front elementHB-117 with window for rotating filters
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-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
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 givenAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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