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Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonNIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8NikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2023March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length26 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical constructionEight elements in six groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree aspherical elementsOne ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detailf/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimumf/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX 79°; DX 57°FX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 39 mm lens on full frameNative 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 distance0.2 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.19×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon USASilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailAll-element focusing system; minimum 0.2 m measured from focal plane. The inner barrel extends during close focusingDistances 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 reproduction ratio 0.19×Maximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisationMaker 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 featuresCamera Labs finds visible focus breathing; both Camera Labs and Amateur Photographer find audible focus-drive noise–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter70 mm90 mm
Length23.5 mm208 mm
Weight125 g998 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the cameraAF/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 design–Internal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Filter detail52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch, attach to the supplied HB-111 hood rather than directly to the lens–
Weather resistanceMetal mount and dust- and drip-resistant design; Nikon does not guarantee resistance in every conditionDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 70 × 23.5 mm, distance to end of lens measured from camera lens mount flangeApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 125 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-111 included; provides filter attachment and protects the frontHB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-K108 front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-111 hood; CL-C4 case optionalLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailNikon USA specifies early March 2023 availability; month precision retainedUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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