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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026November 2019
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–105 mm50–250 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/4.5–6.3
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22–32
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusingSixteen elements in twelve groups
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsOne ED 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 31°30′–6°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 format; 75–375 mm full-frame-equivalent angle of view, as Photography Blog describes
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.5 m
Maximum magnification0.5×0.23×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingStepping-motor autofocus, as Photography Blog describes
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 0.5 m at 50 mm, 0.52 m at 70 mm, 0.58 m at 100 mm, 0.65 m at 135 mm, 0.83 m at 200 mm and 1 m at 250 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum reproduction ratio 0.23×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyLens-shift VR with voice-coil motors; Nikon's five-stop CIPA claim measured on an APS-C camera at maximum telephoto
Video features–Nikon describes reduced focus breathing and fast, quiet focusing
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesNo
Filter diameter67 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm74 mm
Length106.5 mm110 mm
Weight350 g405 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuZoom ring and programmable focus/control ring with manual focus, aperture and exposure-compensation assignments. Digital Camera World also identifies ISO assignment
Zoom designBarrel extends when zooming; focal-length markings 24, 35, 50, 70, 85 and 105 mmButton-free retractable mechanism; rotate the zoom ring to extend before shooting. Locks when retracted; barrel extends further towards 250 mm
Filter detail–62 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every conditionPhotography Blog reports no dust or moisture sealing and a plastic mount; Nikon UK's page does not claim weather protection
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 74 mm maximum diameter × 110 mm from mount flange when retracted; shooting length is greater
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 405 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-62B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; Photography Blog reports no supplied hood or case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA announced November 2019 availability with Z50 twin-lens kits

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