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

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2020September 2018
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–50 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–6.3f/4
Minimum aperturef/22–36f/22
Optical constructionEleven elements in ten groupsFourteen elements in eleven groups
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsOne ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat and 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 mmConstant f/4 maximum; f/22 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven 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 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; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.35 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.17×–
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocusNikon describes smooth, quiet focusing with floating lens elements for close-distance focus
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum distance 0.35 m from focal plane at all zoom positionsInternal focusing; minimum 0.3 m from focal plane at all zoom positions; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notes
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.17× at 50 mm–
Stabilisation detailNo optical vibration reduction, as both reviews confirm; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisationUses compatible cameras' in-body VR; Nikon's UK page quotes up to five stops for its original camera system, not lens optical VR
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet autofocus and smooth exposure adjustments through the control ringQuiet operation, compensation for focus breathing and smooth exposure control according to Nikon's launch announcement
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm72 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm77.5 mm
Length51 mm88.5 mm
Weight195 g500 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, programmable focus/control ring and A/M switch; no focus-distance scale. Control ring can adjust exposure compensation in AF
Zoom designButton-free retractable barrel operated by rotating the zoom ring; lens must be extended for shootingRetractable barrel, extended by turning the zoom ring without a separate release button; must extend to a shooting focal length before use
Filter detail52 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch72 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon describes dust and drip resistance; no waterproof rating statedNikon states sealing of the lens including moving parts for dust and drip resistance; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 × 51 mm; 51 mm is measured from camera lens mount flange with lens retractedApproximately 77.5 mm maximum diameter × 88.5 mm from the lens mount flange when retracted
Weight detailApproximately 195 gApproximately 500 g
Lens hoodHB-98 hood is optional, sold separatelyHB-85 included
In the boxLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; CL-C4 case is optionalLC-72B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-85 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailNikon Japan gives 28 August 2020 as the on-sale date; July 2020 was the announcement monthNikon USA's August 2018 announcement gives September 27 availability. This is the retractable f/4 model, distinct from the later f/2.8 zoom

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