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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026July 2024
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing11 elements in nine groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo 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/1.4–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine 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 m0.27 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.18×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
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 0.27 m; no separate AF/manual distance published
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.18×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, which may remain noticeable depending on subject distance; quiet focusing and clickless control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm74.5 mm
Length106.5 mm86.5 mm
Weight350 g415 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmInternal focusing keeps lens length unchanged
Filter detail–62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionNikon states sealing for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition; TechRadar incorrectly describes official sealing as absent
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 415 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-115 included
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hood
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA states mid-July 2024 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained. The co-marketed f/1.8 S is not treated as its predecessor

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