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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 SNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2018February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length24–70 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical constructionFourteen elements in eleven groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and fluorine-coated front elementMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detailConstant f/4 maximum; f/22 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragmf/1.2–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX camerasNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.3 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification–0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailNikon describes smooth, quiet focusing with floating lens elements for close-distance focusMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.3 m from focal plane at all zoom positions; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notesMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.2×
Stabilisation detailUses compatible cameras' in-body VR; Nikon's UK page quotes up to five stops for its original camera system, not lens optical VR–
Video featuresQuiet operation, compensation for focus breathing and smooth exposure control according to Nikon's launch announcementSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter72 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter77.5 mm90 mm
Length88.5 mm150 mm
Weight500 g1,060 g
ControlsZoom ring, programmable focus/control ring and A/M switch; no focus-distance scale. Control ring can adjust exposure compensation in AFTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Zoom designRetractable barrel, extended by turning the zoom ring without a separate release button; must extend to a shooting focal length before use–
Filter detail72 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon states sealing of the lens including moving parts for dust and drip resistance; not a waterproof guaranteeSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 77.5 mm maximum diameter × 88.5 mm from the lens mount flange when retractedApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 500 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodHB-85 includedHB-110 included
In the boxLC-72B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-85 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA's August 2018 announcement gives September 27 availability. This is the retractable f/4 model, distinct from the later f/2.8 zoomNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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