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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2020April 2019
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–50 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–6.3f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–36f/22
Optical constructionEleven elements in ten groupsSeventeen elements in fifteen groups
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and four aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat and ARNEO coat; fluorine-coated front and rear elements
Aperture detailMaximum f/4 at 24 mm and f/6.3 at 50 mm; minimum f/22 at 24 mm and f/36 at 50 mmConstant f/2.8 maximum; f/22 minimum
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades, as Nikon specifies; Digital Camera World's seven-blade specification conflicts with the maker
Angle of viewFX 84°–47°; DX 61°–31°30′FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 36–75 mm zoom on full frameNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 36–105 mm zoom on full frame
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.35 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.22×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocusStepping-motor Multi-Focus System; two actuators move two focusing groups, according to Nikon USA
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum distance 0.35 m from focal plane at all zoom positionsInternal focusing; autofocus and manual focus; minimum distance 0.38 m from focal plane at all zoom positions
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.17× at 50 mmMaximum reproduction ratio approximately 0.22×
Stabilisation detailNo optical vibration reduction, as both reviews confirm; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisationNo optical vibration reduction; compatible bodies provide sensor-shift stabilisation
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet autofocus and smooth exposure adjustments through the control ringNikon describes reduced focus breathing and quiet focusing; programmable control ring supports silent aperture control
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm89 mm
Length51 mm126 mm
Weight195 g805 g
ControlsZoom ring and programmable focus/control ring; control ring can adjust aperture, exposure compensation or ISO. No dedicated autofocus/manual switch, as both reviews describeZoom ring, separate focus and control rings, L-Fn button, A/M switch and DISP button; OLED shows aperture, focal length, focus distance and depth of field
Zoom designButton-free retractable barrel operated by rotating the zoom ring; lens must be extended for shooting–
Filter detail52 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch82 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon describes dust and drip resistance; no waterproof rating statedNikon describes dust and drip resistance and extensive sealing; no waterproof rating stated
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 × 51 mm; 51 mm is measured from camera lens mount flange with lens retractedApproximately 89 × 126 mm, length measured from camera lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 195 gApproximately 805 g
Lens hoodHB-98 hood is optional, sold separatelyHB-87 bayonet hood included
In the boxLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; CL-C4 case is optionalLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-87 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan gives 28 August 2020 as the on-sale date; July 2020 was the announcement monthNikon Japan gives 19 April 2019 as the on-sale date; Nikon USA initially specified spring 2019

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