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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026September 2018
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingEleven elements in nine groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat
Aperture detailf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure incrementsf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
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 camerasNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.25 m
Maximum magnification0.5×–
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focusing system with two AF drive units, according to Nikon's launch announcement; UK page identifies stepping-motor drive
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notes
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published–
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo lens optical VR, as Photography Blog confirms; compatible camera bodies provide in-body VR. Nikon's original system claim of up to five stops is under CIPA conditions
Video features–Nikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitions
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm73 mm
Length106.5 mm86 mm
Weight350 g370 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; UK page identifies exposure-compensation control in AF and speed-dependent manual-focus response; no focus-distance scale
Filter detail–62 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 conditionNikon states sealing of the whole lens, including moving parts, against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mount
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 370 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-89 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, HB-89 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA's August 2018 announcement gives September 27 availability; this is the original f/1.8 S model, distinct from the later f/1.4 and f/1.2 primes

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