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

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S IINikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2025March 2026
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length24–70 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/22
Macro lensNo–
Optical construction14 elements in 10 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
CoatingsMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front elementMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detail–f/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
Diaphragm11 rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′FX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon ZNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circleNative 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 distance0.24 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.32×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil MotorsSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing 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 mmDistances 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 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mmMaximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera bodyMaker 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 featuresFocus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter84 mm90 mm
Length142 mm208 mm
Weight675 g998 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 rangeAF/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 designInternal zoom maintains the lens lengthInternal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Weather resistanceDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situationDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens endApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detailMaker approximately 675 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-117 with window for rotating filtersHB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 caseLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailAnnounced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail dayUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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