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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 SNikonNIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedDecember 2021January 2022
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–120 mm28–75 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/22
Optical construction16 elements in 13 groups; internal focusingFifteen elements in twelve groups
Special elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elementsOne Super ED element, one ED element and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal and ARNEO coatings; fluorine-coated front elementAntifouling coating on the frontmost lens surface
Aperture detailConstant f/4 maximum aperture; minimum f/22–
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades; electromagnetic aperture control
Angle of viewFX 84°–20°20′; DX 61°–13°20′FX 75°–32°10′; DX 53°–21°20′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX camerasNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras, as Photography Blog describes
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.35 m0.19 m
Maximum magnification0.39×0.34×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with two synchronised stepping motors; automatic and manual focusingStepping-motor autofocus
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.35 m from the focal plane at all zoom positionsInternal focusing; minimum distances from focal plane 0.19 m at 28 mm, 0.22 m at 35 mm, 0.3 m at 50 mm and 0.39 m at 75 mm. CameraLabs measured 0.37 m at 75 mm; main values retain Nikon UK's published specification
Magnification detailMaximum 0.39× at 120 mm, according to Nikon's Canadian announcementNikon maximum reproduction ratio 0.34×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the bodyNo optical VR; a compatible camera body can provide sensor-shift stabilisation
Video featuresClickless control ring, quiet focusing and reduced focus shift and breathingNikon describes reduced focus breathing, stable exposure control, quiet autofocus and smooth control-ring operation
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm67 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm75 mm
Length118 mm120.5 mm
Weight630 g565 g
ControlsZoom, manual focus and customisable control rings; L-Fn button and AF/manual switchZoom ring and programmable shared focus/control ring; Nikon describes aperture and exposure-compensation assignments. Photography Blog also identifies ISO assignment and absence of external switches; focus mode is selected on the camera
Zoom designExtending zoom barrel with internal focusingBarrel extends while zooming towards 75 mm, as Photography Blog describes; main length is at 28 mm
Filter detail77 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch67 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDust and drip resistance, not guaranteed in all situations; fluorine front coating repels dirtDust and drip protection; Nikon does not guarantee complete resistance in all conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter × 118 mm from mount flangeApproximately 75 × 120.5 mm; extension from lens mount
Weight detailApproximately 630 gApproximately 565 g
Lens hoodHB-102 includedHB-93A hood included
In the boxLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-102 hood and CL-C2 case; Nikon notes that lens kits may include a different rear capLC-67B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-93A hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Australia states mid-December 2021 availability, while Nikon Canada only states within 2021. Nikon Japan's product page dates its local sale to 28 January 2022. December 2021 retained as sourced earlier retail month; exact first global day and UK day unconfirmedNikon Japan gives 28 January 2022 as the on-sale date; its original February plan was revised on 19 January

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