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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026April 2019
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingSeventeen elements in fifteen groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo ED and four aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat and ARNEO coat; fluorine-coated front and rear elements
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/2.8 maximum; f/22 minimum
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades, as Nikon specifies; Digital Camera World's seven-blade specification conflicts with the maker
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
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 camerasNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 36–105 mm zoom on full frame
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.22×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping-motor Multi-Focus System; two actuators move two focusing groups, according to Nikon USA
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmInternal focusing; autofocus and manual focus; minimum distance 0.38 m from focal plane at all zoom positions
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum reproduction ratio approximately 0.22×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo optical vibration reduction; compatible bodies provide sensor-shift stabilisation
Video features–Nikon describes reduced focus breathing and quiet focusing; programmable control ring supports silent aperture control
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm89 mm
Length106.5 mm126 mm
Weight350 g805 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuZoom ring, separate focus and control rings, L-Fn button, A/M switch and DISP button; OLED shows aperture, focal length, focus distance and depth of field
Filter detail–82 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mm–
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionNikon describes dust and drip resistance and extensive sealing; no waterproof rating stated
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 89 × 126 mm, length measured from camera lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 805 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-87 bayonet hood included
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-87 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon Japan gives 19 April 2019 as the on-sale date; Nikon USA initially specified spring 2019

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