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

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2020September 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–50 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–6.3f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–36f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical constructionEleven elements in ten groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
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 mm–
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–47°; DX 61°–31°30′FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z
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/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.35 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocusMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum distance 0.35 m from focal plane at all zoom positionsMinimum focus from focal plane 0.24 m at 24/28 mm, 0.27 m at 35 mm, 0.30 m at 50 mm and 0.33 m at 70 mm
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.17× at 50 mmMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical vibration reduction, as both reviews confirm; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisationNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet autofocus and smooth exposure adjustments through the control ringFocus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm84 mm
Length51 mm142 mm
Weight195 g675 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 describeClick on/off control ring, two assignable L-fn buttons and focus-limit switch that restricts minimum focus to 0.33 m throughout the zoom range
Zoom designButton-free retractable barrel operated by rotating the zoom ring; lens must be extended for shootingInternal zoom maintains the lens length
Filter detail52 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch–
Weather resistanceNikon describes dust and drip resistance; no waterproof rating statedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 × 51 mm; 51 mm is measured from camera lens mount flange with lens retractedApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailApproximately 195 gMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodHB-98 hood is optional, sold separatelyHB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; CL-C4 case is optionalLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan gives 28 August 2020 as the on-sale date; July 2020 was the announcement monthAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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