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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 20mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 20mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2014September 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length20 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction13 elements in 11 groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and two aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 94°; DX 70°FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount; full-frame/FX coverage, also usable on DXNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.23×0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor; manual focus possible, according to Nikon JapanMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.2 m from the focal planeMinimum 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 maximum 0.23×; Camera Labs measures 1:4, which is not substituted for the maker valueMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video featuresCamera Labs observes visible focus breathing and some focus-ring playFocus-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
Length80.5 mm142 mm
Weight355 g675 g
ControlsFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; Photography Blog notes depth-of-field markings only at f/16 and 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 detail77 mm screw-in filters; 0.75 mm thread pitch–
Weather resistanceCamera Labs identifies a rubber gasket at the mount and no further weather sealing; Photography Blog describes the lens as unsealed. A general weather-resistance rating is therefore not assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 82.5 mm maximum diameter × 80.5 mm length from the mount, according to Nikon JapanApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailApproximately 355 gMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodHB-72 bayonet hood includedHB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-72 hood and CL-1015 flexible pouchLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 25 September 2014; the global announcement was issued on 12 SeptemberAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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