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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2010January 2026
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–120 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/22f/22–40
Optical construction17 elements in 13 groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat; Digital Camera World also identifies Super Integrated Coating–
Aperture detailConstant f/4 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range; G-type mechanical diaphragm controlf/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 84°–20°20′; DX 61°–13°20′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 distance0.45 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.5×
Optical stabilisationYesNo
Autofocus detailNikon internal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; manual focus possibleStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.45 m throughout the zoom range, measured from the focal planeDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detailNikon UK specifies 0.24×; the current Japanese table specifies 0.23×. The UK value is retainedMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNikon Japan specifies 3.5 stops under CIPA testing in Normal mode, on a full-frame/FX DSLR at maximum telephoto; Normal and Active modes. No tripod vibration reductionNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Video featuresDigital Camera World finds autofocus unsuitable for smooth video focus transitions–
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm73.5 mm
Length103.5 mm106.5 mm
Weight710 g350 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, distance scale and M/A–M focus switch; no aperture ringCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menu
Zoom designRotating zoom ring with focal-length markings at 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 120 mmBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mm
Filter detail77 mm screw-in filters; Nikon Japan specifies 0.75 mm thread pitch–
Weather resistanceCamera Labs identifies a rubber seal at the mount and Digital Camera World describes weather seals; broader protection is not specified in the maker tables, so no general rating is assignedDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm diameter × 103.5 mm length from the lens mountApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 710 gApproximately 350 g
Lens hoodHB-53 bayonet hood includedOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-53 hood and CL-1218 flexible pouchLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 22 September 2010US maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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