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

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026September 2018
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/4
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingFourteen elements in eleven groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsOne ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat and 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; f/22 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven 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 mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX camerasNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.5×–
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingNikon describes smooth, quiet focusing with floating lens elements for close-distance focus
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmInternal focusing; minimum 0.3 m from focal plane at all zoom positions; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notes
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published–
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyUses compatible cameras' in-body VR; Nikon's UK page quotes up to five stops for its original camera system, not lens optical VR
Video features–Quiet operation, compensation for focus breathing and smooth exposure control according to Nikon's launch announcement
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm72 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm77.5 mm
Length106.5 mm88.5 mm
Weight350 g500 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuZoom ring, programmable focus/control ring and A/M switch; no focus-distance scale. Control ring can adjust exposure compensation in AF
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmRetractable barrel, extended by turning the zoom ring without a separate release button; must extend to a shooting focal length before use
Filter detail–72 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionNikon states sealing of the lens including moving parts for dust and drip resistance; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 77.5 mm maximum diameter × 88.5 mm from the lens mount flange when retracted
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 500 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-85 included
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-72B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-85 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA's August 2018 announcement gives September 27 availability. This is the retractable f/4 model, distinct from the later f/2.8 zoom

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