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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16–35mm f/4G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 16–35mm f/4G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2010September 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length16–35 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction17 elements in 12 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
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 107°–63°; DX 83°–44°FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount, G-type CPU lens covering FX; DX angle of view equivalent to 24–52.5 mm on FXNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.32×
Optical stabilisationYesNo
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave Motor with manual focusing availableMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.29 m at 16 and 35 mm, and 0.28 m at 20–28 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 Japan specifies 0.24×; Digital Camera World's table gives 0.25×. The maker figure is retainedMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
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 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 diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter82.5 mm84 mm
Length125 mm142 mm
Weight680 g675 g
ControlsFocus and zoom rings, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine reports quick, quiet autofocusClick 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 detail77 mm screw-in filters–
Weather resistanceDigital Camera World identifies a mount seal; no general maker protection rating is assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 82.5 mm maximum diameter × 125 mm from the mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailMaker specifies approximately 680 g; ePHOTOzine's older review lists 685 gMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hood–HB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-77 front cap, rear cap, HB-23 bayonet hood and CL-1120 soft caseLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA stated late February 2010 availability; Nikon Japan records 26 February 2010. Month precision is retained because the US day is unspecifiedAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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