Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/4).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S has a better min focus distance (25 cm vs 35 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S has a better weight (450g (15.9 oz) vs 630g (1.39 lb)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S has a better max magnification (0.39x vs 0.19x).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S has a better length (102.5mm vs 118mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 24-120mm | 24mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 16 | 12 |
| Optical Groups | 13 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 84° – 20.2° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 35 cm | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.39x | 0.19x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,099 | $999 |
| Filter Size | 77mm | 72mm |
| Diameter | 84mm | 84.5mm |
| Length | 118mm | 102.5mm |
| Weight | 630g (1.39 lb) | 450g (15.9 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
