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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026September 2024
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing10 elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsOne aspherical element
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 47°; DX 31°30′
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 m0.37 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.17×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focusing system; 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 0.37 m from focal plane; no separate AF/manual distance published
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.17×
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, 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 g420 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 conditionDesigned for dust and moisture resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
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 420 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 late September 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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