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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16–50mm f/2.8 VR

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z DX 16–50mm f/2.8 VR
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2015October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length24 mm16–50 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction12 elements in nine groups12 elements in 11 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and two aspherical elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
Aperture detail–f/2.8–22 throughout the zoom range
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 84°; DX 61°DX 83°–31°30′; 24–75 mm equivalent angle of view in FX format
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameAPS-C
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; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.23 m0.15 m
Maximum magnification0.2×0.24×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailRear focusing with an ultrasonic motor according to Nikon Japan; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.23 m from the focal planeMinimum distances from focal plane are 0.15 m at 16 mm, 0.18 m at 24 mm, 0.21 m at 35 mm and 0.25 m at 50 mm
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.24× at 50 mm; no separate AF/MF figure published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsLens-shift VR using voice-coil motors. UK maker states up to 4.5 stops under CIPA standards with a DX camera, Normal VR mode and maximum telephoto setting. Canada announcement gives 5 stops under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch testing with Z50II at telephoto in Normal mode; these claims use different stated test conditions
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing and quiet focusing. Nikon Canada specifies Z50II Hi-Res Zoom for Full HD 30p/25p/24p only; Wide-area AF (L), no displayed focus point and electronic VR off
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter72 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter77.5 mm74.5 mm
Length83 mm88 mm
Weight355 g330 g
ControlsFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine reports no aperture ring and a non-rotating front elementCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; physical zoom ring; no AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Zoom design–Barrel extends while zooming, as confirmed by both reviews; internal focusing does not change length. Focal-length markings 16, 24, 35 and 50 mm
Filter detail–67 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDigital Camera World identifies a mount gasket, while ePHOTOzine notes the lack of general weather resistance. No general maker protection rating is assignedDesigned for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 77.5 mm maximum diameter × 83 mm from the mountApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 88 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 330 g
Lens hood–HB-118 included
In the boxLC-72 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-76 bayonet hood and CL-1015 lens caseLC-67B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-118 hood
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 unspecifiedNikon Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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