Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2.8 S vs 70-200mm F2.8 VR S
Both are Nikon Z lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the 24-70mm F2.8 S if
- You want the lighter lens to carry: 635 g lighter (805 g vs 1440 g)
- You want a wider view: 24mm vs 70mm at the wide end
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.38 m vs 0.5 m
- You want a compact lens: 126 mm vs 220 mm long
- Our notes say it suits: Weddings and events, video
Pick the 70-200mm F2.8 VR S if
- You need more reach: 200mm vs 70mm at the long end
- You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the 24-70mm F2.8 S does not
- You prefer a newer design: released 2020 vs 2019
- Our notes say it suits: Sports, weddings, events
Spec differences
10 differences| 24-70mm F2.8 S | 70-200mm F2.8 VR S | |
|---|---|---|
| Type |
Zoom
|
Telephoto Zoom
|
| Focal length |
24-70mm
|
70-200mm
|
| Weight |
805 g
lighter
|
1440 g
|
| Length |
126 mm
shorter
|
220 mm
|
| Filter thread |
82 mm
|
77 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.38 m
closer
|
0.5 m
|
| Max magnification |
0.22×
larger
|
0.2×
|
| Optical design |
17 elements / 15 groups
|
21 elements / 18 groups
|
| Image stabilization |
No
|
Yes
stabilized
|
| Released |
2019
|
2020
|
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- Brand
- Nikon both
- Mount
- Nikon Z both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Max aperture
- f/2.8 both
- Diameter
- 89 mm both
Our notes
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2.8 S
The Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2.8 S is a professional standard zoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with a constant f/2.8 aperture. Weather-sealed and noted for sharpness.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Sharp
- Weather-sealed S-Line build
- Customizable control ring
Cons
- Heavy (805 g)
- No lens-based VR
Our notes
Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S
A professional telephoto zoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with an internal-zoom design and vibration reduction. Its length stays constant while zooming.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Internal zoom
- Vibration reduction
- Weather-sealed S-Line build
Cons
- Heavy (1.44 kg)
- Large
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