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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedJune 2017September 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length28 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and fluorine coatingMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
Aperture detailE-type electromagnetic automatic diaphragm–
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75°; DX 53°FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount E-type CPU lens; ePHOTOzine notes that electronic aperture control requires a compatible later camera body. Phillip Reeve tested autofocus successfully on a Nikon Zf through the FTZ II adapterNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor and manual override; Nikon Japan specifies rear focusing rather than generic internal focusingMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.28 m from the focal planeMinimum 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 detailMaker maximum 0.17×; Phillip Reeve's measured 1:5.5 is a test result, not the maker specificationMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by ePHOTOzineNo 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 resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm84 mm
Length100.5 mm142 mm
Weight645 g675 g
ControlsDedicated focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switchClick 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 resistanceNikon specifies dust- and drip-resistant construction; fluorine coating repels water, dust and dirt. No waterproof or IP rating is claimedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 100.5 mm from the mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailMaker approximately 645 g; Phillip Reeve measured 646 g without hood or capsMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hood–HB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-83 bayonet hood and CL-1118 lens caseLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA stated late June 2017 availability; Nikon Japan records 30 June 2017. Month precision is retained because the US first-sale day is unspecifiedAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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