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Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonNIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S PlenaNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedOctober 2023January 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length135 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/16f/22–40
Optical constructionSixteen elements in fourteen groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsFour ED, one aspherical and one SR elementOne ED and two aspherical elements
CoatingsMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat–
Aperture detailf/1.8–16f/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure increments
DiaphragmEleven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 18°10′; DX 12°FX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX camerasNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Image circle detailPhysical 135 mm focal length; 202.5 mm full-frame-equivalent angle of view on DX, as Photography Blog notes–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.82 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.2×0.5×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system using stepping motorsStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing, minimum 0.82 m; manual override in M/A modeDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 0.2×; not a life-size macro lensMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirmsNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Video featuresQuiet operation and stable exposure according to Nikon; clickless control ring for aperture, ISO or exposure compensation–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter82 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter98 mm73.5 mm
Length139.5 mm106.5 mm
Weight995 g350 g
ControlsManual focus ring, separate programmable control ring, A/M switch and two programmable L-Fn buttons for landscape or portrait use; no OLED distance display, as Photography Blog notesCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menu
Zoom design–Barrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mm
Filter detail82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch–
Weather resistanceDust and drip resistant; Nikon qualifies that resistance is not guaranteed in every situation or conditionDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 98 mm maximum diameter × 139.5 mm from the lens mount flangeApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 995 gApproximately 350 g
Lens hoodHB-108 includedOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-108 hood and CL-C2 caseLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon Canada's September 2023 announcement states mid-October availability. Exact earliest global and first UK retail day unconfirmed; month precision retainedUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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