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Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonNIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2020January 2026
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length14–24 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/22f/22–40
Optical constructionSixteen elements in eleven groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsFour ED and three aspherical elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat, ARNEO coat and fluorine-coated front element–
Aperture detailConstant f/2.8 maximum; f/22 minimumf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure increments
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 114°–84°; DX 90°–61°FX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 21–36 mm zoom on full frameNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.13×0.5×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocus, as Digital Camera World describes; Nikon states smooth, quiet operationStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.28 m from focal plane at all zoom positionsDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.13× at 24 mmMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical stabilisation, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisationNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing and reduced focus shift while zooming; smooth aperture control via the control ring–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter112 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter88.5 mm73.5 mm
Length124.5 mm106.5 mm
Weight650 g350 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, separate programmable control ring, L-Fn button, A/M switch and DISP button; OLED shows focal length, aperture, focus distance and depth of fieldCustomisable 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 detail112 mm screw-on filters attach through supplied HB-97 specialised hood; rear slot accepts gel filters. No direct front filter thread on the bare lens–
Weather resistanceExtensive sealing around moving barrel parts and an aluminium-alloy mount, according to Nikon UKDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 88.5 × 124.5 mm, distance to end of lens measured from camera lens mount flangeApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 650 gApproximately 350 g
Lens hoodHB-96 standard hood and HB-97 filter-support hood includedOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-Z1424 and LC-K104 front caps, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-96 and HB-97 hoods, and CL-C2 caseLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon USA specifies November 2020 availability; 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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