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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026October 2023
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm600 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/6.3
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/32
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingTwenty-one elements in fourteen groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo ED, one SR and one Phase Fresnel element
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat and fluorine-coated front 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/6.3–32
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 4°10′; DX 2°40′
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
Image circle detail–Physical 600 mm focal length; 900 mm full-frame-equivalent angle of view on DX, as both reviews note
Teleconverter support–Nikon Z TC-1.4× and TC-2.0× supported; Nikon states 840 mm and 1200 mm respectively with AF and VR retained
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m4 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.15×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping motor for quiet autofocus
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmInternal focusing; minimum 4 m; range limiter FULL (4 m to infinity) or 10 m to infinity
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.15×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyLens-shift VR using voice coil motors; 5.5-stop CIPA rating in Normal mode on FX, or 6.0 stops in Normal mode with a body supporting Synchro VR. Sport mode stabilises the viewfinder during continuous shooting. VR settings accessed through the camera, as TechRadar notes
Video features–Quiet operation, stable exposure and reduced focus breathing according to Nikon
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm95 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm106.5 mm
Length106.5 mm278 mm
Weight350 g1,390 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuOne L-Fn and four L-Fn2 buttons, memory-set button, programmable control ring, focus ring, A/M and focus-limit switches; memory recall requires the latest compatible camera firmware according to Nikon's launch announcement
Filter detail–95 mm screw-in filters, 1.0 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 conditionRubber gaskets protect moving parts and the mount against dust, dirt and moisture. Nikon says dust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation or condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 106.5 mm maximum diameter × 278 mm from the lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 1390 g without tripod collar; 1470 g with it
Tripod mount–Removable tripod collar
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-105A included
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-105A hood and CL-C6 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA's October 2023 announcement states late October availability. Exact earliest global and first UK retail day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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