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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026March 2023
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm26 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingEight elements in six groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsThree aspherical elements
Aperture detailf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure incrementsf/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimum
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 79°; DX 57°
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 39 mm lens on full frame
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.19×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon USA
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmAll-element focusing system; minimum 0.2 m measured from focal plane. The inner barrel extends during close focusing
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum reproduction ratio 0.19×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation
Video features–Camera Labs finds visible focus breathing; both Camera Labs and Amateur Photographer find audible focus-drive noise
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm70 mm
Length106.5 mm23.5 mm
Weight350 g125 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuProgrammable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the camera
Filter detail–52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch, attach to the supplied HB-111 hood rather than directly to the lens
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 conditionMetal mount and dust- and drip-resistant design; Nikon does not guarantee resistance in every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 70 × 23.5 mm, distance to end of lens measured from camera lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 125 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-111 included; provides filter attachment and protects the front
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-K108 front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-111 hood; CL-C4 case optional
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA specifies early March 2023 availability; month precision retained

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