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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16–50mm f/2.8 VR

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z DX 16–50mm f/2.8 VR
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026October 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm16–50 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing12 elements in 11 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsOne ED and two aspherical elements
Aperture detailf/4–22 at 24 mm and f/7.1–40 at 105 mm; displayed minimum aperture may vary with camera exposure incrementsf/2.8–22 throughout the zoom range
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′DX 83°–31°30′; 24–75 mm equivalent angle of view in FX format
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 camerasNative Nikon Z mount; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.15 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.24×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
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 distances from focal plane are 0.15 m at 16 mm, 0.18 m at 24 mm, 0.21 m at 35 mm and 0.25 m at 50 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 0.24× at 50 mm; no separate AF/MF figure published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyLens-shift VR using voice-coil motors. UK maker states up to 4.5 stops under CIPA standards with a DX camera, Normal VR mode and maximum telephoto setting. Canada announcement gives 5 stops under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch testing with Z50II at telephoto in Normal mode; these claims use different stated test conditions
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing and quiet focusing. Nikon Canada specifies Z50II Hi-Res Zoom for Full HD 30p/25p/24p only; Wide-area AF (L), no displayed focus point and electronic VR off
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm74.5 mm
Length106.5 mm88 mm
Weight350 g330 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; physical zoom ring; no AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmBarrel extends while zooming, as confirmed by both reviews; internal focusing does not change length. Focal-length markings 16, 24, 35 and 50 mm
Filter detail–67 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 drip 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 × 88 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 330 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHB-118 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 and HB-118 hood
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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