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

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026September 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; 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 increments–
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
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
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX camerasNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmMinimum 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 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video features–Focus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm84 mm
Length106.5 mm142 mm
Weight350 g675 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuClick 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 designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmInternal zoom maintains the lens length
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailApproximately 350 gMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-117 with window for rotating filters
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-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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