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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026September 2019
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm85 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingTwelve elements in eight groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo ED 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/1.8–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 28°30′; DX 18°50′
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 85 mm focal length; 127.5 mm full-frame-equivalent angle of view on DX, as Photography Blog notes
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.8 m
Maximum magnification0.5×–
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingNikon Multi-Focus System with quiet focus motors
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmInternal focusing; minimum 0.8 m from the focal plane; 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 bodyNikon's launch announcement confirms compatibility with the in-body five-axis VR in the Z6 and Z7
Video features–Reduced focus breathing and quiet autofocus; control ring can adjust aperture smoothly
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm75 mm
Length106.5 mm99 mm
Weight350 g470 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuA/M focus switch and programmable ring for manual focus, aperture or exposure compensation; no distance scale
Filter detail–67 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch. Photography Blog's 62 mm reference conflicts with Nikon's specification and is not used
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 moving parts against dust and water droplets; this is not a waterproof claim
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 75 mm maximum diameter × 99 mm from the lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 470 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-91 bayonet hood included
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-67B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-91 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 July 2019 announcement states September availability. Earliest exact global and first UK retail day are unconfirmed, so month precision is retained

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