Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 has a better maximum aperture (f/1.7 vs f/3.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR has a better length (32mm vs 57.5mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 has a better min focus distance (18 cm vs 25 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 16-50mm | 24mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 11 | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 8 | 7 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.7 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24-75mm | 36-36mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 25 cm | 18 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.2x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | Yes | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $249 | $249 |
| Filter Size | 46mm | 46mm |
| Diameter | 70mm | 63mm |
| Length | 32mm | 57.5mm |
| Weight | 135g (4.8 oz) | 135g (4.8 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |






