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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedOctober 2019July 2021
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length24 mm28 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionTwelve elements in ten groupsNine elements in eight groups
Special elementsOne ED and four aspherical elementsTwo 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 75°; DX 53°
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 42 mm lens on full frame
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.19 m
Maximum magnification0.15×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system using two AF drives in tandem; near-silent stepping motors, according to Nikon's launch announcementNikon multi-focusing autofocus system, designed for quiet operation and close-range accuracy
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 notesInternal focusing; minimum 0.19 m measured from focal plane
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio approximately 0.15×Maximum reproduction ratio 0.2×
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. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBIS
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, near-silent AF and silent aperture control through the control ringNikon describes quiet operation, reduced focus breathing and stable exposure for video
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter72 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter78 mm70 mm
Length96.5 mm43 mm
Weight450 g155 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; ring can control aperture or exposure compensation; no focus-distance scaleOne programmable 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
Weather resistanceNikon states sealing of moving barrel parts against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guaranteeNikon states dust- and drip-resistant design, but does not guarantee resistance in all situations or conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 78 mm maximum diameter × 96.5 mm from the camera lens mount flangeStandard approximately 70 × 43 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 43 mm, measured from lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 450 gStandard approximately 155 g; SE approximately 160 g
Lens hoodHB-88 includedNot included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hood
In the boxLC-72B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-88 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or case
Release detailNikon Canada's September 2019 announcement specifies October 2019 availability; a confirmed first retail day was not foundNikon USA specifies late July 2021 availability of the SE lens in a Zfc kit, with separate SE sales planned for autumn. The modern standard exterior followed in December 2021. These cosmetic finishes share the same optical specification and are configurations here

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