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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 SNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedDecember 2021February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–120 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical construction16 elements in 13 groups; internal focusing17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal and ARNEO coatings; fluorine-coated front elementMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detailConstant f/4 maximum aperture; minimum f/22f/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–20°20′; DX 61°–13°20′FX 63°; DX 44°
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 camerasNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.35 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.39×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with two synchronised stepping motors; automatic and manual focusingMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.35 m from the focal plane at all zoom positionsMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailMaximum 0.39× at 120 mm, according to Nikon's Canadian announcementMaximum 0.2×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body–
Video featuresClickless control ring, quiet focusing and reduced focus shift and breathingSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm90 mm
Length118 mm150 mm
Weight630 g1,060 g
ControlsZoom, manual focus and customisable control rings; L-Fn button and AF/manual switchTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Zoom designExtending zoom barrel with internal focusing–
Filter detail77 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDust and drip resistance, not guaranteed in all situations; fluorine front coating repels dirtSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter × 118 mm from mount flangeApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 630 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodHB-102 includedHB-110 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-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 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 USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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