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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2015March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length24 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction12 elements in nine groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and two aspherical elementsOne ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detail–f/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 84°; DX 61°FX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens covering FX; Digital Camera World gives a 36 mm equivalent angle of view on DXNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Teleconverter support–Compatible with Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4× and TC-2.0×
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.23 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.2×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailRear focusing with an ultrasonic motor according to Nikon Japan; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.23 m from the focal planeDistances from focal plane; 0.38 m at 70/85 mm, 0.5 m at 105 mm, 0.6 m at 135 mm and 0.8 m at 200 mm
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsMaker six-stop claim under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch/roll testing with Z6III, Synchro VR enabled, at telephoto end in Normal mode; support depends on camera
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter72 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter77.5 mm90 mm
Length83 mm208 mm
Weight355 g998 g
ControlsFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine reports no aperture ring and a non-rotating front elementAF/manual switch, programmable function controls and focus limiter FULL (infinity–0.38 m) or LIMIT (infinity–5 m); control-ring clicking requires compatible camera/firmware
Zoom design–Internal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Weather resistanceDigital Camera World identifies a mount gasket, while ePHOTOzine notes the lack of general weather resistance. No general maker protection rating is assignedDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 77.5 mm maximum diameter × 83 mm from the mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detailNikon UK and Japan specify 355 g; Digital Camera World's table and prose give 335 g. The maker figure is retainedApproximately 998 g without tripod collar ring or 1180 g with it
Tripod mount–Removable collar with Arca-Swiss screw-clamp foot; maker advises against lever clamps. Protective collar cover included.
Lens hood–HB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-72 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-76 bayonet hood and CL-1015 lens caseLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailNikon Canada stated mid-September 2015 availability; Nikon Japan records 17 September 2015. Month precision is retained because Canada's first-sale day is unspecifiedUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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