Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S has a better min focus distance (30 cm vs 80 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/4).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S has a better max magnification (0.3x vs 0.12x).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S has a better price (msrp) ($699 vs $799).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 24-70mm | 85mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 14 | 12 |
| Optical Groups | 11 | 8 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | 28.5° – 28.5° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 30 cm | 80 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.3x | 0.12x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $699 | $799 |
| Filter Size | 72mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 77.5mm | 75mm |
| Length | 88.5mm | 99mm |
| Weight | 500g (1.10 lb) | 470g (1.04 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
