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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026January 2022
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm28–75 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingFifteen elements in twelve groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsOne Super ED element, one ED element and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Antifouling coating on the frontmost lens surface
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; electromagnetic aperture control
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 75°–32°10′; DX 53°–21°20′
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, as Photography Blog describes
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.19 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.34×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping-motor autofocus
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmInternal focusing; minimum distances from focal plane 0.19 m at 28 mm, 0.22 m at 35 mm, 0.3 m at 50 mm and 0.39 m at 75 mm. CameraLabs measured 0.37 m at 75 mm; main values retain Nikon UK's published specification
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedNikon maximum reproduction ratio 0.34×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo optical VR; a compatible camera body can provide sensor-shift stabilisation
Video features–Nikon describes reduced focus breathing, stable exposure control, quiet autofocus and smooth control-ring operation
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm75 mm
Length106.5 mm120.5 mm
Weight350 g565 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuZoom ring and programmable shared focus/control ring; Nikon describes aperture and exposure-compensation assignments. Photography Blog also identifies ISO assignment and absence of external switches; focus mode is selected on the camera
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmBarrel extends while zooming towards 75 mm, as Photography Blog describes; main length is at 28 mm
Filter detail–67 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionDust and drip protection; Nikon does not guarantee complete resistance in all conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 75 × 120.5 mm; extension from lens mount
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 565 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-93A hood included
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-67B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-93A 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 Japan gives 28 January 2022 as the on-sale date; its original February plan was revised on 19 January

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