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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4GNikonNIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2010April 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length85 mm28–135 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/4
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical constructionTen elements in nine groups18 elements in 13 groups
Special elements–Three ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the front element
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 28°30′; DX 18°50′FX 75° to 18°10′; DX 53° to 12°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type lens covering FX and DX; Digital Camera World confirms use on Z bodies through FTZ or FTZ II–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.85 m0.34 m
Maximum magnification0.12×0.25×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor autofocus with M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual focus modesStepping motor autofocus and internal focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing keeps the barrel length unchanged; minimum focus 0.85 mMinimum focal-plane distances of 0.34 m at 28, 35 and 50 mm; 0.39 m at 70 mm; 0.43 m at 85 mm; 0.49 m at 105 mm; 0.57 m at 135 mm
Magnification detail–Maximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World; camera stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Focus-breathing suppression, linear manual-focus support and power zoom; Hi-Res Zoom synchronisation requires a supported camera and suitable firmware
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm95 mm
Maximum diameter86.5 mm105 mm
Length84 mm177.5 mm
Weight595 g1,210 g
ControlsManual focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ringZoom rocker, electronically coupled zoom and focus rings, customisable control ring, two L-Fn buttons and A–M switch; no mechanically driven manual zoom ring
Zoom design–Internal power zoom with eleven selectable speeds on compatible cameras; adjustable zoom-ring direction and rotation angle, with firmware and camera compatibility requirements
Filter detail–95 mm screw-in filter thread; HB-116 rectangular hood has a filter adjustment window
Weather resistanceBoth reviews identify a seal at the lens mount; no general maker weather-protection claim is assignedMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 86.5 mm maximum diameter × 84 mm from the mountApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 1,210 g including tripod collar, used in the main specifications; approximately 1,120 g without it
Tripod mount–Tripod collar with removable foot
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-1 rear cap, HB-55 bayonet hood and CL-1118 flexible lens pouch, as listed by Nikon UKLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 case
Release detailNikon's original US announcement specifies availability starting September 2010. Its heading appends ED to the model name, but the exact UK product name and optical table omit ED; no ED element is assignedNikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-sale date

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