Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED compared with NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2010January 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length24 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/16f/22–40
Optical construction12 elements in ten groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and two aspherical elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
Aperture detail–f/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure increments
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 84°; DX 61°, equivalent to a 36 mm lens's angle of view on FXFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens covering FX; Nikon Japan specifies autofocus support with the FT1 adapterNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.18×0.5×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor, M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual mode; Nikon Japan specifies rear focusing rather than the review's generic internal-focusing descriptionStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.25 m; Cameralabs measured 1:5.1 magnification in manual focus, while the main maximum magnification is Nikon's published 0.18×Distances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm73.5 mm
Length88.5 mm106.5 mm
Weight620 g350 g (better)
ControlsManual focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ringCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menu
Zoom design–Barrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mm
Weather resistanceCameralabs identifies a rubber gasket at the mount; no general maker dust or moisture protection claim is assignedDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 88.5 mm from the mountApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 350 g
Lens hood–Optional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-1 rear cap, HB-51 bayonet hood and CL-1118 flexible lens pouchLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon Japan's current shop records 19 March 2010 release, matching its original announced on-sale date. Cameralabs' introductory January 2010 wording is not used as a retail dateUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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