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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S IINikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2025September 2018
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–70 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Macro lensNo–
Optical construction14 elements in 10 groupsEleven elements in nine groups
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front elementNano Crystal Coat
Aperture detail–f/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
Diaphragm11 rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon ZNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circleNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.24 m0.25 m
Maximum magnification0.32×–
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil MotorsMulti-focusing system with two AF drive units, according to Nikon's launch announcement; UK page identifies stepping-motor drive
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 mmRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notes
Magnification detailMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm–
Stabilisation detailNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera bodyNo lens optical VR, as Photography Blog confirms; compatible camera bodies provide in-body VR. Nikon's original system claim of up to five stops is under CIPA conditions
Video featuresFocus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbalsNikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitions
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm73 mm
Length142 mm86 mm
Weight675 g370 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 rangeProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; UK page identifies exposure-compensation control in AF and speed-dependent manual-focus response; no focus-distance scale
Filter detail–62 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 sealing of the whole lens, including moving parts, against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens endApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mount
Weight detailMaker approximately 675 gApproximately 370 g
Lens hoodHB-117 with window for rotating filtersHB-89 included
In the boxLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 caseLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-89 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail dayNikon USA's August 2018 announcement gives September 27 availability; this is the original f/1.8 S model, distinct from the later f/1.4 and f/1.2 primes

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