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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S IINikonNIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2025September 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–70 mm40 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Macro lensNo–
Optical construction14 elements in 10 groupsSix elements in four groups
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsTwo aspherical elements
Aperture detail–f/2 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
CoatingsMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element–
Diaphragm11 rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′FX 57°; DX 38°50′
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 m0.29 m
Maximum magnification0.32×0.17×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil MotorsQuiet stepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon UK
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 0.29 m measured from focal plane; barrel length remains constant while focusing
Magnification detailMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mmMaximum reproduction ratio 0.17×
Stabilisation detailNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera bodyNo lens optical VR; compatible cameras can provide in-body stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBIS
Video featuresFocus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbalsNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet focusing and silent aperture control through the control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm70 mm
Length142 mm45.5 mm
Weight675 g170 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 sealing, but explicitly does not guarantee resistance in all conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens endStandard version approximately 70 × 45.5 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 45.5 mm, measured from lens mount flange
Weight detailMaker approximately 675 gApproximately 170 g for either finish
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 daySeptember 2021 UK launch coverage gives September 30 availability, while Nikon USA specifies later that autumn. Month precision is retained. The later SE changes the exterior finish and diameter, with the same optical specification

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