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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026April 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm28–135 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/4
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing18 elements in 13 groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the 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 bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 75° to 18°10′; DX 53° to 12°
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 cameras–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.34 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.25×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping motor autofocus and internal focusing
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmMinimum focal-plane distances of 0.34 m at 28, 35 and 50 mm; 0.39 m at 70 mm; 0.43 m at 85 mm; 0.49 m at 105 mm; 0.57 m at 135 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World; camera stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Focus-breathing suppression, linear manual-focus support and power zoom; Hi-Res Zoom synchronisation requires a supported camera and suitable firmware
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm95 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm105 mm
Length106.5 mm177.5 mm
Weight350 g1,210 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuZoom rocker, electronically coupled zoom and focus rings, customisable control ring, two L-Fn buttons and A–M switch; no mechanically driven manual zoom ring
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmInternal power zoom with eleven selectable speeds on compatible cameras; adjustable zoom-ring direction and rotation angle, with firmware and camera compatibility requirements
Filter detail–95 mm screw-in filter thread; HB-116 rectangular hood has a filter adjustment window
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 1,210 g including tripod collar, used in the main specifications; approximately 1,120 g without it
Tripod mount–Tripod collar with removable foot
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews–
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-sale date

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