Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G ED | NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | September 2015 | January 2026 |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Prime | Zoom |
| Focal length | 24 mm | 24–105 mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8 | f/4–7.1 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/22–40 |
| Optical construction | 12 elements in nine groups | 12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing |
| Special elements | Two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements | One 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 |
| Coatings | Nano Crystal Coat | – |
| Diaphragm | Seven rounded blades | Seven rounded blades |
| Angle of view | FX and 35 mm film 84°; DX 61° | FX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′ |
| Mount and compatibility | ||
| Mounts | Nikon F mount | Nikon Z mount |
| Image circle | Full frame | Full frame |
| Compatibility | Nikon F-mount G-type CPU lens covering FX; Digital Camera World gives a 36 mm equivalent angle of view on DX | Native Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras |
| Focus and stabilisation | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.23 m | 0.2 m |
| Maximum magnification | 0.2× | 0.5× |
| Optical stabilisation | No | No |
| Autofocus detail | Rear focusing with an ultrasonic motor according to Nikon Japan; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual override | Stepping motor; automatic or manual focusing |
| Focus distance detail | Minimum focus 0.23 m from the focal plane | 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 detail | No optical VR, confirmed by both reviews | No optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body |
| Design | ||
| Dust and moisture resistant | – | Yes |
| Filter diameter | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Maximum diameter | 77.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Length | 83 mm | 106.5 mm |
| Weight | 355 g | 350 g (better) |
| Controls | Focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine reports no aperture ring and a non-rotating front element | Customisable 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 resistance | Digital Camera World identifies a mount gasket, while ePHOTOzine notes the lack of general weather resistance. No general maker protection rating is assigned | Designed for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition |
| Dimensions detail | Approximately 77.5 mm maximum diameter × 83 mm from the mount | Approximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange |
| Weight detail | Nikon UK and Japan specify 355 g; Digital Camera World's table and prose give 335 g. The maker figure is retained | Approximately 350 g |
| Lens hood | – | Optional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews |
| In the box | LC-72 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-76 bayonet hood and CL-1015 lens case | LC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits |
| Release detail | Nikon Canada stated mid-September 2015 availability; Nikon Japan records 17 September 2015. Month precision is retained because Canada's first-sale day is unspecified | US maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained |
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