Request a product

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8

Every spec side by side, from each maker's published figures.

Better figure, where one is clearly better

NikonNIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedOctober 2019March 2023
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length24 mm26 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionTwelve elements in ten groupsEight elements in six groups
Special elementsOne ED and four aspherical elementsThree aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimumf/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimum
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°; DX 61°FX 79°; DX 57°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX camerasNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 39 mm lens on full frame
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.2 m
Maximum magnification0.15×0.19×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system using two AF drives in tandem; near-silent stepping motors, according to Nikon's launch announcementStepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon USA
Focus distance detailRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m from focal plane; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notesAll-element focusing system; minimum 0.2 m measured from focal plane. The inner barrel extends during close focusing
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio approximately 0.15×Maximum reproduction ratio 0.19×
Stabilisation detailNo lens optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible cameras provide in-body stabilisation. Nikon's launch release identifies in-camera five-axis VR and electronic VRNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, near-silent AF and silent aperture control through the control ringCamera Labs finds visible focus breathing; both Camera Labs and Amateur Photographer find audible focus-drive noise
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter72 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter78 mm70 mm
Length96.5 mm23.5 mm
Weight450 g125 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; ring can control aperture or exposure compensation; no focus-distance scaleProgrammable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the camera
Filter detail72 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch, attach to the supplied HB-111 hood rather than directly to the lens
Weather resistanceNikon states sealing of moving barrel parts against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guaranteeMetal mount and dust- and drip-resistant design; Nikon does not guarantee resistance in every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 78 mm maximum diameter × 96.5 mm from the camera lens mount flangeApproximately 70 × 23.5 mm, distance to end of lens measured from camera lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 450 gApproximately 125 g
Lens hoodHB-88 includedHB-111 included; provides filter attachment and protects the front
In the boxLC-72B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-88 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-K108 front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-111 hood; CL-C4 case optional
Release detailNikon Canada's September 2019 announcement specifies October 2019 availability; a confirmed first retail day was not foundNikon USA specifies early March 2023 availability; month precision retained

More comparisons