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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026December 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm24–120 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/4
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing16 elements in 13 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings; fluorine-coated front element
Aperture detailf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure incrementsConstant f/4 maximum aperture; minimum f/22
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 84°–20°20′; DX 61°–13°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX camerasNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.35 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.39×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focusing system with two synchronised stepping motors; automatic and manual focusing
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmMinimum 0.35 m from the focal plane at all zoom positions
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.39× at 120 mm, according to Nikon's Canadian announcement
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Clickless control ring, quiet focusing and reduced focus shift and breathing
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm84 mm
Length106.5 mm118 mm
Weight350 g630 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuZoom, manual focus and customisable control rings; L-Fn button and AF/manual switch
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmExtending zoom barrel with internal focusing
Filter detail–77 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionDust and drip resistance, not guaranteed in all situations; fluorine front coating repels dirt
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter × 118 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 630 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-102 included
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-102 hood and CL-C2 case; Nikon notes that lens kits may include a different rear cap
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon Australia states mid-December 2021 availability, while Nikon Canada only states within 2021. Nikon Japan's product page dates its local sale to 28 January 2022. December 2021 retained as sourced earlier retail month; exact first global day and UK day unconfirmed

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