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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2010September 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length24 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction12 elements in ten groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and two aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 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°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens covering FX; Nikon Japan specifies autofocus support with the FT1 adapterNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.18×0.32×
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 descriptionMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
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×Minimum 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 detail–Maximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video features–Focus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm84 mm
Length88.5 mm142 mm
Weight620 g675 g
ControlsManual focus ring, distance window and M/A–M 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 design–Internal zoom maintains the lens length
Weather resistanceCameralabs identifies a rubber gasket at the mount; no general maker dust or moisture protection claim is assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 88.5 mm from the mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detail–Maker approximately 675 g
Lens hood–HB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-1 rear cap, HB-51 bayonet hood and CL-1118 flexible lens pouchLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
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 dateAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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