Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S vs Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S and Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED .
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Product |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Name | Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S | Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2.8 S | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
SKU | 20089 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Release Year | 2019 | 2004 |
Release Date | 2019-02-14 | |
MSRP | N/A | 459 USD |
Last known price | 2096 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Standard / Normal |
Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon F |
Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | Stepper Motor | No information |
Focus Method | No information | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | 38 cm | 38 cm |
Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-4,5
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F4,5 at 70 mm Variable Aperture |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 | No information |
Optics |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Construction | 17 elements / 15 groups | 15 elements / 13 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | Four ED and two aspherical elements + Arneo and Nano Crystal coatings | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Focal Length | 24-70 mm | 18-70 mm |
Zoom Range | 46 mm | 52 mm |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
Diameter | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Length | 126 mm | 75 mm |
Weight | 805 gr | 420 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 82 mm | 67 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | HB-87 | HB-32 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |