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Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1

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NikonNIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2020January 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length20 mm24–105 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/4–7.1
Minimum aperturef/16f/22–40
Optical constructionFourteen elements in eleven groups12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree ED and three aspherical elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 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 94°; DX 70°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 distance0.2 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.19×0.5×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailNikon's launch announcement identifies a stepping motor for fast, quiet autofocus; UK page describes a multi-focusing systemStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.2 m from focal plane; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notesDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mm
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.19×Maximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo lens optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible camera bodies can provide in-body stabilisationNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body
Video featuresNikon describes smooth, quiet focus and suppressed focus breathing, with silent aperture control using the control ring–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter84.5 mm73.5 mm
Length108.5 mm106.5 mm
Weight505 g350 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; control ring can adjust ISO, aperture or exposure compensation; no focus-distance scaleCustomisable 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 detail77 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch–
Weather resistanceNikon states extensive sealing of movable barrel parts against dust and moisture; not a waterproof guaranteeDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 84.5 mm maximum diameter × 108.5 mm from the camera lens mount flangeApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 505 gApproximately 350 g
Lens hoodHB-95 includedOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews
In the boxLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-95 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kits
Release detailNikon USA's February 2020 announcement specifies March 2020 availability; an earlier confirmed retail day was not foundUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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