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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026November 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm18–140 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/3.5–6.3
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22–40
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingSeventeen elements in thirteen groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo 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 increments–
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′DX 76°–11°30′
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 cameras; Nikon USA gives a 27–210 mm full-frame-equivalent angle of view
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.33×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping-motor autofocus
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmInternal focusing; minimum distances from focal plane 0.2 m at 18 mm, 0.22 m at 24 mm, 0.25 m at 35 mm, 0.3 m at 50 mm, 0.36 m at 70 mm and 0.4 m at 100–140 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum reproduction ratio 0.33× at maximum telephoto
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyLens-shift VR with voice-coil motors; five-stop CIPA claim on an APS-C camera in NORMAL mode at maximum telephoto
Video features–Nikon describes reduced focus shift while zooming, reduced focus breathing and quiet autofocus
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm73 mm
Length106.5 mm90 mm
Weight350 g315 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuZoom ring and programmable focus/control ring with ISO, aperture and exposure-compensation assignments. Focus mode and VR are selected on the camera; no lens switches, function buttons or display, as Amateur Photographer describes
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmBarrel extends while zooming towards 140 mm, as Amateur Photographer illustrates
Filter detail–62 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionNikon describes dust and drip protection but does not guarantee it in all conditions. Both reviews report a plastic mount without a sealing gasket; this does not replace Nikon's qualified protection claim
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 73 × 90 mm; extension from lens mount
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 315 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsOptional HB-101 hood
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-62B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear caps may differ in lens kits
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA gives November 2021 availability; Nikon Japan specifies its regional on-sale date as 26 November 2021

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