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Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ

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NikonNIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2020April 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length20 mm28–135 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/4
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical constructionFourteen elements in eleven groups18 elements in 13 groups
Special elementsThree ED and three aspherical elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the front element
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum–
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 94°; DX 70°FX 75° to 18°10′; DX 53° to 12°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.34 m
Maximum magnification0.19×0.25×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailNikon's launch announcement identifies a stepping motor for fast, quiet autofocus; UK page describes a multi-focusing systemStepping motor autofocus and internal focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.2 m from focal plane; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notesMinimum focal-plane distances of 0.34 m at 28, 35 and 50 mm; 0.39 m at 70 mm; 0.43 m at 85 mm; 0.49 m at 105 mm; 0.57 m at 135 mm
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.19×Maximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mm
Stabilisation detailNo lens optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible camera bodies can provide in-body stabilisationNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World; camera stabilisation depends on the body
Video featuresNikon describes smooth, quiet focus and suppressed focus breathing, with silent aperture control using the control ringFocus-breathing suppression, linear manual-focus support and power zoom; Hi-Res Zoom synchronisation requires a supported camera and suitable firmware
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm95 mm
Maximum diameter84.5 mm105 mm
Length108.5 mm177.5 mm
Weight505 g1,210 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; control ring can adjust ISO, aperture or exposure compensation; no focus-distance scaleZoom rocker, electronically coupled zoom and focus rings, customisable control ring, two L-Fn buttons and A–M switch; no mechanically driven manual zoom ring
Zoom design–Internal power zoom with eleven selectable speeds on compatible cameras; adjustable zoom-ring direction and rotation angle, with firmware and camera compatibility requirements
Filter detail77 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch95 mm screw-in filter thread; HB-116 rectangular hood has a filter adjustment window
Weather resistanceNikon states extensive sealing of movable barrel parts against dust and moisture; not a waterproof guaranteeMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 84.5 mm maximum diameter × 108.5 mm from the camera lens mount flangeApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 505 gApproximately 1,210 g including tripod collar, used in the main specifications; approximately 1,120 g without it
Tripod mount–Tripod collar with removable foot
Lens hoodHB-95 included–
In the boxLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-95 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 case
Release detailNikon USA's February 2020 announcement specifies March 2020 availability; an earlier confirmed retail day was not foundNikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-sale date

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