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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3NikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2020March 2026
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–50 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/4–6.3f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–36f/22
Optical constructionEleven elements in ten groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsOne ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
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/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX 84°–47°; DX 61°–31°30′FX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
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; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Teleconverter support–Compatible with Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4× and TC-2.0×
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.35 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocusSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum distance 0.35 m from focal plane at all zoom positionsDistances from focal plane; 0.38 m at 70/85 mm, 0.5 m at 105 mm, 0.6 m at 135 mm and 0.8 m at 200 mm
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.17× at 50 mmMaximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical vibration reduction, as both reviews confirm; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisationMaker six-stop claim under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch/roll testing with Z6III, Synchro VR enabled, at telephoto end in Normal mode; support depends on camera
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet autofocus and smooth exposure adjustments through the control ring–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter73.5 mm90 mm
Length51 mm208 mm
Weight195 g998 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 describeAF/manual switch, programmable function controls and focus limiter FULL (infinity–0.38 m) or LIMIT (infinity–5 m); control-ring clicking requires compatible camera/firmware
Zoom designButton-free retractable barrel operated by rotating the zoom ring; lens must be extended for shootingInternal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Filter detail52 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch–
Weather resistanceNikon describes dust and drip resistance; no waterproof rating statedDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 × 51 mm; 51 mm is measured from camera lens mount flange with lens retractedApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 195 gApproximately 998 g without tripod collar ring or 1180 g with it
Tripod mount–Removable collar with Arca-Swiss screw-clamp foot; maker advises against lever clamps. Protective collar cover included.
Lens hoodHB-98 hood is optional, sold separatelyHB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; CL-C4 case is optionalLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailNikon Japan gives 28 August 2020 as the on-sale date; July 2020 was the announcement monthUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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