Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S
Both are Nikon Z mount zooms for everyday and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Specs are the makers' published figures; some weights and filter sizes come from a lens database quoting them.
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24-120mm | 24-70mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/4 |
| Weight | 630 g | 500 g |
| Filter thread | 77mm | 72mm |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S covers 24-120mm and the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S covers 24-70mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S is 130 g lighter (500 g vs 630 g)
- Filters are not shared: the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S takes 77mm and the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S takes 72mm
Where to buy
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 SSee price on Amazon
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 SSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S and the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S?
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S is a 24-120mm f/4 zoom, full-frame; the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S is a 24-70mm f/4 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S and Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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