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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026December 2018
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing12 elements in nine groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo ED and two aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat; the maker does not list a fluorine coating for this model, despite Photography Blog describing one
Aperture detailf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure incrementsf/1.8–16; electromagnetic aperture control
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; full-frame/FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.4 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.15×
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 0.4 m measured from the focal plane; internal focusing
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.15× according to Nikon Japan's specifications
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo lens optical VR; uses in-body stabilisation on compatible cameras. Nikon UK quotes up to five stops under CIPA standards for the original compatible camera system, not every Nikon Z body
Video features–Near-silent autofocus, reduced focus breathing and smooth aperture changes
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm76 mm
Length106.5 mm86.5 mm
Weight350 g415 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuCombined focus/customisable control ring and AF/manual switch; no distance scale, as Photography Blog notes
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 conditionMount and moving barrel parts sealed against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof rating
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 76 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-90 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-90 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedAnnounced August 2018. Nikon Japan's updated November notice confirms 7 December 2018 local availability after an earlier planned date; earliest exact global and UK day unconfirmed, so December precision retained. ePHOTOzine's 2022 review introduction does not describe the original launch chronology

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