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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026October 2019
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm24 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingTwelve elements in ten groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsOne ED and four aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat
Aperture detailf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure incrementsf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 84°; DX 61°
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 m0.25 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.15×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focusing system using two AF drives in tandem; near-silent stepping motors, according to Nikon's launch announcement
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m from focal plane; 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 publishedMaximum reproduction ratio approximately 0.15×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo lens optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible cameras provide in-body stabilisation. Nikon's launch release identifies in-camera five-axis VR and electronic VR
Video features–Nikon describes reduced focus breathing, near-silent AF and silent aperture control through the control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm72 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm78 mm
Length106.5 mm96.5 mm
Weight350 g450 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; ring can control aperture or exposure compensation; no focus-distance scale
Filter detail–72 mm screw-in 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 states sealing of moving barrel parts against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 78 mm maximum diameter × 96.5 mm from the camera lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 450 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-88 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-88 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 Canada's September 2019 announcement specifies October 2019 availability; a confirmed first retail day was not found

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