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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026June 2023
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm24 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/11
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingNine elements in eight groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsTwo 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/1.7 maximum; f/11 minimum
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′DX 61°; angle of view equivalent to 36 mm on full frame
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 mount; designed for DX-format APS-C cameras; full-frame Z bodies use their DX crop mode
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.18 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.19×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon USA
Focus distance detailDistances from focal plane; 0.2 m at 24/50 mm and 0.28 m at 105 mmRear focusing system; minimum 0.18 m from focal plane; Nikon specifies 12.4 cm from lens front to subject at closest focus
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum reproduction ratio 0.19×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo optical VR; original Z30, Z50 and Zfc bodies also lack in-body stabilisation
Video features–Nikon describes suppressed focus breathing, but notes it may remain noticeable depending on subject distance. Amateur Photographer hears focusing in quiet scenes; Digital Camera World finds near-silent video transitions
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm46 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm70 mm
Length106.5 mm40 mm
Weight350 g135 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuProgrammable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; no physical A/M switch
Filter detail–46 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch; Nikon recommends using the hood and only one filter at a time, attached to its front
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 conditionDust- and drip-resistant construction, with limited sealing according to both reviews; Nikon does not guarantee resistance in all situations or conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 70 × 40 mm, distance to end of lens measured from camera lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 135 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHN-42 included; screws into lens filter thread and accepts filters
In the boxLC-67B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; rear cap may differ in camera kitsLC-46B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HN-42 hood; CL-C4 case optional
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA specifies mid-June 2023 availability; month precision retained

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