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Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonNIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2020September 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length20 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical constructionFourteen elements in eleven groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsThree ED and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum–
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 94°; DX 70°FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX camerasNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.19×0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailNikon's launch announcement identifies a stepping motor for fast, quiet autofocus; UK page describes a multi-focusing systemMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.2 m from focal plane; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notesMinimum focus from focal plane 0.24 m at 24/28 mm, 0.27 m at 35 mm, 0.30 m at 50 mm and 0.33 m at 70 mm
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.19×Maximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo lens optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible camera bodies can provide in-body stabilisationNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video featuresNikon describes smooth, quiet focus and suppressed focus breathing, with silent aperture control using the control ringFocus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter84.5 mm84 mm
Length108.5 mm142 mm
Weight505 g675 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; control ring can adjust ISO, aperture or exposure compensation; no focus-distance scaleClick on/off control ring, two assignable L-fn buttons and focus-limit switch that restricts minimum focus to 0.33 m throughout the zoom range
Zoom design–Internal zoom maintains the lens length
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 guaranteeDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 84.5 mm maximum diameter × 108.5 mm from the camera lens mount flangeApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailApproximately 505 gMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodHB-95 includedHB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-95 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA's February 2020 announcement specifies March 2020 availability; an earlier confirmed retail day was not foundAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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