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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026April 2024
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm28–400 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/4–8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22–45
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing21 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsFour ED and three 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/4–22 at 28 mm; f/8–45 at 400 mm
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 75°–6°10′; DX 53°–4°
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 camerasNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.35×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmMinimum distances from focal plane are 0.2 m at 28 mm, 0.36 m at 35 mm, 0.5 m at 50 mm, 0.57 m at 70 mm, 0.6 m at 105 mm, 0.8 m at 200 mm and 1.2 m at 300–400 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.35× at 28 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyLens-shift VR using voice-coil motors; five stops to CIPA standards in Normal mode at maximum telephoto. Up to 5.5 stops with compatible Synchro VR bodies, measured in Normal mode; this second claim does not separately specify a focal length
Video features–Quiet stepping-motor autofocus; support for linear manual focus drive
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm84.5 mm
Length106.5 mm141.5 mm
Weight350 g725 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuZoom, focus and customisable control rings; zoom-lock switch; no physical AF/manual switch, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmExtending 14.2× zoom; internal focusing
Filter detail–77 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionSealing around the mount and moving barrel parts provides dust and drip resistance; Nikon does not guarantee it in all conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 84.5 mm maximum diameter × 141.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 725 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-114 square hood included; Nikon permits shooting with it inverted
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-114 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon Canada states mid-April 2024 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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