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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026May 2023
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm12–28 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/3.5–5.6
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16–25
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingTwelve elements in eleven groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsOne ED and one 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 increments–
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′DX 99°–53°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameAPS-C
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX camerasNikon Z DX format; 18–42 mm full-frame-equivalent angle of view. Nikon's launch release limited camera-button and eleven-speed support to Z30 and Zfc, with remote software support to follow
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.19 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.21×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingSTM stepping-motor autofocus, as Nikon's launch release states
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmInternal focusing; minimum distance 0.19 m from the focal plane at all zoom positions
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum reproduction ratio 0.21×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyLens-shift VR using voice-coil motors; 4.5-stop CIPA claim on a DX camera in Normal VR at maximum telephoto
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm72 mm
Length106.5 mm63.5 mm
Weight350 g205 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuPower-zoom ring and silent customisable control ring. Amateur Photographer identifies manual focus, aperture, exposure compensation and ISO assignments; AF and VR are controlled from the camera
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmInternal power zoom; fixed exterior length during zoom and focus. Eleven selectable speeds cover the range in approximately 0.55–36 seconds
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionNikon specifies dust- and drip-resistant construction, without guaranteeing protection in every condition; this takes precedence over Amateur Photographer's contrary weather-proofing statement
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 72 mm maximum diameter × 63.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 205 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviews–
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; HB-112 hood sold separately
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA announced availability in May 2023

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