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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2020February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–50 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–6.3f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22–36f/16
Optical constructionEleven elements in ten groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
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 mmf/1.2–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–47°; DX 61°–31°30′FX 63°; DX 44°
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 frameNative 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 magnification0.17×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocusMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum distance 0.35 m from focal plane at all zoom positionsMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.17× at 50 mmMaximum 0.2×
Stabilisation detailNo optical vibration reduction, as both reviews confirm; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation–
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet autofocus and smooth exposure adjustments through the control ringSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm90 mm
Length51 mm150 mm
Weight195 g1,060 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 describeTwo 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 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-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon describes dust and drip resistance; no waterproof rating statedSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 × 51 mm; 51 mm is measured from camera lens mount flange with lens retractedApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 195 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodHB-98 hood is optional, sold separatelyHB-110 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-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan gives 28 August 2020 as the on-sale date; July 2020 was the announcement monthNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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