Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S vs Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8
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 MC 50mm F2.8 is faster by 1 stop (f/2.8 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8 is lighter by 370g.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S goes wider (24mm vs 50mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S reaches further (120mm vs 50mm).
| Spec | Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S | Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Focal length | 24-120mm (wider) | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/2.8 (faster) |
| Released | 2021 | 2021 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 13 | 7 |
| Elements | 16 | 10 |
| Weight g | 630.0 | 260.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 77 | 46 |
| Length mm | 118.0 | 66.0 |
| Diameter mm | 84.0 | 74.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.35 | 0.16 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.4 | 1.0 |
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S
A versatile standard zoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with a constant f/4 aperture and a longer range than the 24-70mm f/4.
Pros
- Constant f/4
- Long 24-120mm range
- Weather-sealed
- Sharp
Cons
- Larger than the 24-70 f/4 (630 g)
- Relies on in-camera corrections
Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8
A compact 1:1 macro lens for Nikon Z full-frame cameras. Smaller than the 105mm macro.
Pros
- 1:1 magnification
- Compact and light (260 g)
- Standard focal length
Cons
- Short working distance
- No vibration reduction
- f/2.8 aperture