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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S IINikonNIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2025July 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–70 mm28 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Macro lensNo–
Optical construction14 elements in 10 groupsNine elements in eight groups
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsTwo aspherical elements
Aperture detail–f/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimum
CoatingsMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element–
Diaphragm11 rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′FX 75°; DX 53°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon ZNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circleNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 42 mm lens on full frame
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.24 m0.19 m
Maximum magnification0.32×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil MotorsNikon multi-focusing autofocus system, designed for quiet operation and close-range accuracy
Focus distance detailMinimum 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 mmInternal focusing; minimum 0.19 m measured from focal plane
Magnification detailMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mmMaximum reproduction ratio 0.2×
Stabilisation detailNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera bodyNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBIS
Video featuresFocus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbalsNikon describes quiet operation, reduced focus breathing and stable exposure for video
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm70 mm
Length142 mm43 mm
Weight675 g155 g
ControlsClick on/off control ring, two assignable L-fn buttons and focus-limit switch that restricts minimum focus to 0.33 m throughout the zoom rangeOne programmable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the camera
Filter detail–52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Zoom designInternal zoom maintains the lens length–
Weather resistanceDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situationNikon states dust- and drip-resistant design, but does not guarantee resistance in all situations or conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens endStandard approximately 70 × 43 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 43 mm, measured from lens mount flange
Weight detailMaker approximately 675 gStandard approximately 155 g; SE approximately 160 g
Lens hoodHB-117 with window for rotating filtersNot included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hood
In the boxLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or case
Release detailAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail dayNikon USA specifies late July 2021 availability of the SE lens in a Zfc kit, with separate SE sales planned for autumn. The modern standard exterior followed in December 2021. These cosmetic finishes share the same optical specification and are configurations here

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