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

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2010December 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–120 mm24–120 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/4
Minimum aperturef/22f/22
Optical construction17 elements in 13 groups16 elements in 13 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat; Digital Camera World also identifies Super Integrated CoatingNano Crystal and ARNEO coatings; fluorine-coated front element
Aperture detailConstant f/4 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range; G-type mechanical diaphragm controlConstant f/4 maximum aperture; minimum f/22
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 84°–20°20′; DX 61°–13°20′FX 84°–20°20′; DX 61°–13°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; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.45 m0.35 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.39×
Optical stabilisationYesNo
Autofocus detailNikon internal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; manual focus possibleMulti-focusing system with two synchronised stepping motors; automatic and manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.45 m throughout the zoom range, measured from the focal planeMinimum 0.35 m from the focal plane at all zoom positions
Magnification detailNikon UK specifies 0.24×; the current Japanese table specifies 0.23×. The UK value is retainedMaximum 0.39× at 120 mm, according to Nikon's Canadian announcement
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 Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video featuresDigital Camera World finds autofocus unsuitable for smooth video focus transitionsClickless control ring, quiet focusing and reduced focus shift and breathing
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm84 mm
Length103.5 mm118 mm
Weight710 g630 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, distance scale and M/A–M focus switch; no aperture ringZoom, manual focus and customisable control rings; L-Fn button and AF/manual switch
Zoom designRotating zoom ring with focal-length markings at 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 120 mmExtending zoom barrel with internal focusing
Filter detail77 mm screw-in filters; Nikon Japan specifies 0.75 mm thread pitch77 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm 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 assignedDust and drip resistance, not guaranteed in all situations; fluorine front coating repels dirt
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm diameter × 103.5 mm length from the lens mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter × 118 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 710 gApproximately 630 g
Lens hoodHB-53 bayonet hood includedHB-102 included
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-53 hood and CL-1218 flexible pouchLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-102 hood and CL-C2 case; Nikon notes that lens kits may include a different rear cap
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 22 September 2010Nikon Australia states mid-December 2021 availability, while Nikon Canada only states within 2021. Nikon Japan's product page dates its local sale to 28 January 2022. December 2021 retained as sourced earlier retail month; exact first global day and UK day unconfirmed

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