Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S vs Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is faster by 2.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S is lighter by 20g.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S goes wider (14mm vs 20mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S reaches further (30mm vs 20mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is the newer design (2020 vs 2019).
| Spec | Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S | Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Prime |
| Focal length | 14-30mm (wider) | 20mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/1.8 (faster) |
| Released | 2019 | 2020 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 12 | 11 |
| Elements | 14 | 14 |
| Weight g | 485.0 (lighter) | 505.0 |
| Filter mm | 82 | 77 |
| Length mm | 85.0 | 108.5 |
| Diameter mm | 89.0 | 84.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.28 | 0.2 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.161 | 0.189 |
Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S
The Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S is a compact wide-angle zoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras that, unlike many ultra-wides, accepts 82mm screw-in filters.
Pros
- Takes front filters
- Compact and light (485 g)
- Sharp across the zoom
- Weather-sealed S-Line build
Cons
- f/4 maximum aperture
- Distortion corrected in-camera
- Retractable barrel needs extending
Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S
The Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is a fast wide-angle prime for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with an S-Line build, popular for landscapes, interiors and astrophotography.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Sharp across the frame
- Weather-sealed
- Well controlled coma
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Relatively large (505 g)