Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S vs Nikon Nikkor Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 VR
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 20mm F1.8 S is lighter by 65g.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S goes wider (20mm vs 24mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 VR reaches further (200mm vs 20mm).
| Spec | Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S | Nikkor Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 VR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Focal length | 20mm (wider) | 24-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 (faster) | f/4.0 |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 15 |
| Elements | 14 | 19 |
| Weight g | 505.0 (lighter) | 570.0 |
| Filter mm | 77 | 67 |
| Length mm | 108.5 | 114.0 |
| Diameter mm | 84.5 | 76.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.2 (closer focusing) | 0.5 |
| Max magnification | 0.189 | 0.286 |
| Stabilized | n/a | Yes |
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)
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 VR
A superzoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with vibration reduction and a retractable barrel.
Pros
- Wide zoom range
- Compact for the range (570 g)
- Vibration reduction
Cons
- Variable aperture
- Not as sharp as S-Line zooms