Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
Both are Nikon Z mount zooms for pro standard zoom and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S | Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24-70mm | 16-50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S covers 24-70mm and the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR covers 16-50mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Check the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S price on Amazon →
Check the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S and the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR?
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S is 24-70mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR is 16-50mm f/2.8 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S and Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR 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). Note the Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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