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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16–35mm f/4G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 16–35mm f/4G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2010January 2026
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length16–35 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/22f/22–40
Optical construction17 elements in 12 groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical 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–
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 107°–63°; DX 83°–44°FX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount, G-type CPU lens covering FX; DX angle of view equivalent to 24–52.5 mm on FXNative 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 magnification0.24×0.5×
Optical stabilisationYesNo
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave Motor with manual focusing availableStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.29 m at 16 and 35 mm, and 0.28 m at 20–28 mmDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detailNikon Japan specifies 0.24×; Digital Camera World's table gives 0.25×. The maker figure is retainedMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailCurrent maker rating 2.5 stops under CIPA conditions, measured at maximum telephoto on an FX DSLR in Normal mode; no tripod VR. The original 2010 announcement used a four-stop claim under its earlier conditionsNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter82.5 mm73.5 mm
Length125 mm106.5 mm
Weight680 g350 g
ControlsFocus and zoom rings, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine reports quick, quiet autofocusCustomisable 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 detail77 mm screw-in filters–
Weather resistanceDigital Camera World identifies a mount seal; no general maker protection rating is assignedDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 82.5 mm maximum diameter × 125 mm from the mountApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailMaker specifies approximately 680 g; ePHOTOzine's older review lists 685 gApproximately 350 g
Lens hood–Optional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-77 front cap, rear cap, HB-23 bayonet hood and CL-1120 soft caseLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon USA stated late February 2010 availability; Nikon Japan records 26 February 2010. Month precision is retained because the US day is unspecifiedUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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