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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detailf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure incrementsf/1.2–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 63°; DX 44°
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 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.2×
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera body–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm90 mm
Length106.5 mm150 mm
Weight350 g1,060 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Filter detail–82 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 conditionSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-110 included
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 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 USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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