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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2010September 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–120 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction17 elements in 13 groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat; Digital Camera World also identifies Super Integrated CoatingMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
Aperture detailConstant f/4 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range; G-type mechanical diaphragm control–
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 84°–20°20′; DX 61°–13°20′FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount with full-frame/FX coverage; also usable on DXNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.45 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.32×
Optical stabilisationYesNo
Autofocus detailNikon internal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; manual focus possibleMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.45 m throughout the zoom range, measured 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 UK specifies 0.24×; the current Japanese table specifies 0.23×. The UK value is retainedMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
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 in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video featuresDigital Camera World finds autofocus unsuitable for smooth video focus transitionsFocus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm84 mm
Length103.5 mm142 mm
Weight710 g675 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, distance scale and M/A–M focus switch; 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 designRotating zoom ring with focal-length markings at 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 120 mmInternal zoom maintains the lens length
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 assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm diameter × 103.5 mm length from the lens mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailApproximately 710 gMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodHB-53 bayonet hood includedHB-117 with window for rotating filters
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-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 22 September 2010Announced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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