Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II has a better min focus distance (30 cm vs 75 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II has a better length (126mm vs 222mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II has a better weight (810g (1.79 lb) vs 1355g (2.99 lb)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II has a better aperture blades (11 vs 9).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 100-400mm | 24-70mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 25 | 18 |
| Optical Groups | 20 | 15 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 24° – 6.2° | 84° – 34° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 75 cm | 30 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.38x | 0.34x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,699 | $2,599 |
| Filter Size | 77mm | 82mm |
| Diameter | 98mm | 89mm |
| Length | 222mm | 126mm |
| Weight | 1355g (2.99 lb) | 810g (1.79 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | No |
