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Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7

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NikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4NikonNIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2024June 2023
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length50 mm24 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/11
Optical construction10 elements in seven groups; internal focusingNine elements in eight groups
Special elementsOne aspherical elementTwo aspherical elements
Aperture detailf/1.4–16f/1.7 maximum; f/11 minimum
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 47°; DX 31°30′DX 61°; angle of view equivalent to 36 mm on full frame
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameAPS-C
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX camerasNikon Z mount; designed for DX-format APS-C cameras; full-frame Z bodies use their DX crop mode
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.37 m0.18 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.19×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system; stepping motors; automatic or manual focusingStepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon USA
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.37 m from focal plane; no separate AF/manual distance publishedRear focusing system; minimum 0.18 m from focal plane; Nikon specifies 12.4 cm from lens front to subject at closest focus
Magnification detailMaximum 0.17×Maximum reproduction ratio 0.19×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the bodyNo optical VR; original Z30, Z50 and Zfc bodies also lack in-body stabilisation
Video featuresSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ringNikon describes suppressed focus breathing, but notes it may remain noticeable depending on subject distance. Amateur Photographer hears focusing in quiet scenes; Digital Camera World finds near-silent video transitions
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter62 mm46 mm
Maximum diameter74.5 mm70 mm
Length86.5 mm40 mm
Weight420 g135 g
ControlsSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur PhotographerProgrammable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; no physical A/M switch
Zoom designInternal focusing keeps lens length unchanged–
Filter detail62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch46 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch; Nikon recommends using the hood and only one filter at a time, attached to its front
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and moisture resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every conditionDust- and drip-resistant construction, with limited sealing according to both reviews; Nikon does not guarantee resistance in all situations or conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 70 × 40 mm, distance to end of lens measured from camera lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 420 gApproximately 135 g
Lens hoodHB-115 includedHN-42 included; screws into lens filter thread and accepts filters
In the boxLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hoodLC-46B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HN-42 hood; CL-C4 case optional
Release detailNikon USA states late September 2024 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained. The co-marketed f/1.8 S is not treated as its predecessorNikon USA specifies mid-June 2023 availability; month precision retained

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