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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24–120mm f/4G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2010February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–120 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical construction17 elements in 13 groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat; Digital Camera World also identifies Super Integrated CoatingMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detailConstant f/4 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range; G-type mechanical diaphragm controlf/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 84°–20°20′; DX 61°–13°20′FX 63°; DX 44°
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 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.2×
Optical stabilisationYes–
Autofocus detailNikon internal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; manual focus possibleMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.45 m throughout the zoom range, measured from the focal planeMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailNikon UK specifies 0.24×; the current Japanese table specifies 0.23×. The UK value is retainedMaximum 0.2×
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 reduction–
Video featuresDigital Camera World finds autofocus unsuitable for smooth video focus transitionsSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm90 mm
Length103.5 mm150 mm
Weight710 g1,060 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, distance scale and M/A–M focus switch; no aperture ringTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Zoom designRotating zoom ring with focal-length markings at 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 120 mm–
Filter detail77 mm screw-in filters; Nikon Japan specifies 0.75 mm thread pitch82 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 assignedSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm diameter × 103.5 mm length from the lens mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 710 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodHB-53 bayonet hood includedHB-110 included
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-53 hood and CL-1218 flexible pouchLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 22 September 2010Nikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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