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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1NikonNIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2026June 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–105 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–7.1f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Macro lens–Yes
Optical construction12 elements in 10 groups; internal focusing10 elements in seven groups; front focusing
Special elementsOne ED and two aspherical elementsOne ED and one aspherical element
Coatings–Fluorine-coated front element
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 at infinity; effective f/5.6–32 at closest focus distance of 0.16 m. Main aperture values refer to infinity
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–23°10′; DX 61°–15°20′FX 47°; DX 31°30′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX camerasNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Adaptor support–Compatible with the Nikon ES-2 film digitising adapter
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification0.5×1×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
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 0.16 m from the focal plane; front lens barrel extends when focusing close. Limiter selects FULL or 0.16–0.30 m close range, rather than excluding close distances as Digital Camera World states
Magnification detailMaximum 0.5× at 70–105 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction publishedMaximum 1× life-size reproduction; barrel markings indicate 1:2, 1:1.4 and 1:1. Nikon UK states approximately 5 cm between the lens front and subject at closest focus
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; stabilisation depends on the camera bodyNo lens optical VR; compatible cameras may provide in-body stabilisation
Video features–Near-silent autofocus and a silent control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm46 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm74.5 mm
Length106.5 mm66 mm
Weight350 g260 g
ControlsCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; AF/manual selection in camera menuCombined focus/customisable control ring, AF/manual switch and close-range focus limiter; focus-distance and reproduction-ratio indicators appear on the extending barrel according to Nikon's release
Filter detail–46 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
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 conditionNikon USA describes dust and drip resistance; not a waterproof rating. Fluorine front coating resists dirt and smudges
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm maximum diameter × 106.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 66 mm from mount flange; barrel extends during close focusing
Weight detailApproximately 350 gApproximately 260 g
Lens hoodOptional HB-93B; not included, as confirmed by both reviewsHN-41 included
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, HN-41 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailUS maker states mid-January 2026; earliest exact retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA states late-June 2021 availability. Earliest exact global and first UK retail day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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