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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4GNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedDecember 2008September 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length50 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical constructionEight elements in seven groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elements–Two ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsSuper Integrated Coating, confirmed by Digital Camera WorldMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 46°; Nikon's launch announcement gives a 75 mm equivalent field of view on DXFX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount; FX and DX cameras. Built-in motor supports autofocus on Nikon DSLRs without a body focus motor; Digital Camera World confirms use with Z cameras through FTZ or FTZ IINikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.45 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.15×0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor; M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual focus modesMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailMinimum focus distance 0.45 m; Nikon confirms the focus ring does not rotate during autofocusMinimum 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 detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.15×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 diameter58 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm84 mm
Length54 mm142 mm
Weight280 g675 g
ControlsFocus 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
Filter detail58 mm screw-in filters–
Weather resistanceCamera Labs identifies a rubber mount gasket but no further weather sealing. No general weather rating is assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm diameter × 54 mm length from the mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailApproximately 280 gMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodHB-47 bayonet hood includedHB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-58 front cap, LF-1 rear cap, HB-47 hood and CL-1013 flexible pouch, as listed by Nikon UKLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon's September 2008 announcement specifies December 2008 availability; an exact first on-sale day is not establishedAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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