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Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonNIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 SNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedApril 2019January 2026
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length14–30 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/22f/22–40
Optical constructionFourteen elements in twelve groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsFour ED and four aspherical elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and fluorine-coated front element–
Aperture detailConstant f/4 maximum; f/22 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragmf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure increments
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 114°–72°; DX 90°–50°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
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification–0.5×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailNikon describes a multi-focusing system and virtually silent stepping-motor autofocusStepping 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 detail–Maximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailUses compatible cameras' in-body VR; Nikon quotes up to five stops under CIPA conditions for its original camera system, not optical stabilisation in the lensNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing and focus shift while zooming, quiet autofocus and silent aperture control–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter82 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter89 mm73.5 mm
Length85 mm106.5 mm
Weight485 g350 g
ControlsZoom ring, programmable focus/control ring and A/M switch; no focus-distance scale. Control ring supports exposure compensation in AFCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menu
Zoom designRetractable barrel, extended by turning the zoom ring; must extend to a shooting focal length before useBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mm
Filter detail82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch; flat front accepts filters without a dedicated ultra-wide filter holder–
Weather resistanceNikon states sealing of moving barrel parts against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guaranteeDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 89 mm maximum diameter × 85 mm from the lens mount flange when retractedApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 485 gApproximately 350 g
Lens hoodHB-86 includedOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-86 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon School UK states on sale April 2019. Photography Blog still described pre-orders on April 29; a confirmed first retail day was not found, so the maker's month precision is retainedUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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