About me: I primarily shoot video. When I am doing photography, I am usually shooting product, cityscape, nightscape, or night sky.
I was skeptical of the new Z-mount. When I bought the Z 6, I was hopeful to use autofocus with video. At first, I was content to keep using my F-mount glass through the adapter. Two things changed my mind: 1) the awful noise of F-mount glass when doing video AF 2) I felt that the focus breathing was distracting from the subject.
So, I purchased the Z-mount 24-70mm 2.8 S. After a month of use; I can say that this lens is incredible! The focus is silent and fast for video AF. Additionally, Nikon advertised that they worked on focus breathing for this lens and it performs amazingly.
There is one item that has been a little frustrating, and that is the aperture ring. I frequently use my pinky there to help balance heavier lenses. I find myself changing the aperture accidentally when using this lens. I believe there is a way to turn this off in-camera and that may make this a non-issue for me. I will explore and report back.
The attributes that would cause me to recommend this lens 1) extra stops of VR compared to using and adapted F-Mount lens 2) Silent & Fast video AF 3) Lack of Focus breathing 4) sharpness (it is brilliant, really it is) 5) quality build (ring operation is smooth and a metallic body that looks and feels great!)
I have never owned the 24-70 f4 S. For those debating between the two, I have been told that they are very similar in performance and that the main difference is weight/size and maximum aperture. Most of my shooting is in low light, which is why I opted for the f2.8. If you consider your needs, I don't think there is a wrong answer between the two.
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Uncompromising Optical Performance.
Meet the most versatile lens in the Z series stable. A powerful mid-range zoom that's indispensable for a wide range of photo and video applications, from landscapes and street photography to full-length and environmental portraits, all with stunning clarity, high resolution and natural bokeh.
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Bright. Fast. Stunning.
With an f/2.8 constant maximum aperture, exposure is consistent across the entire zoom range. Wide open, subjects pop from beautifully blurred backgrounds.and enables sharper portraits handheld.
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Focusing with Speed and Precision.
Incorporating a multi-focusing system that consists of two precisely synchronized AF drives, autofocusing is fast and accurate while aberrations are drastically reduced across the entire zoom range.
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Smooth, Fast and Quiet Autofocus.
Nikon’s Stepping Motor (STM) provides smooth, fast and quiet autofocusing whether shooting stills or video. Great for street photography, weddings, ceremonies, press conferences and video productions.
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S-Line: NIKKOR quality at its absolute best.
S-Line lenses are the top performers in the NIKKOR Z lineup. Superior resolution, sophisticated features, specialized technologies and adherence to Nikon's strictest image quality and build standards.
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A Video Virtuoso
Cover the essential focal lengths with one lens—from wide establishing shots, to medium shots that highlight the subject, to tight close-ups that reveal the details—all at a beautiful f/2.8 aperture.
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Aberration Correction
ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass
2 ED glass elements correct for chromatic aberrations, preventing colors from fringing in images.
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Aberration Correction
Aspherical Lens Elements
4 aspherical lens elements suppress distortions,which tend to occur in wide angle lenses.
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Aberration Correction
Optimal Anti-Reflective Performance
ARNEO and Nano Crystal coatings reduce ghosting and flare in backlit images.
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Aberration Correction
Fluorine Coating
Repels dirt, dust and water off the lens, ensuring clean images even in harsh conditions.
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Weather Sealed
Dust and Drip Resistant
Extensively sealed to keep dust and moisture out, including around all moving parts of the lens.
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ED Glass
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Aspherical Glass
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Anti-Glare Coatings
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Dirt & Water Repellent
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Dust and Drip Resistant
The NIKKOR Z Advantage
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S |
AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR |
AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED |
AF-S 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED |
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IN-CAMERA IMAGE STABILIZATION
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5-Axis | 3-Axis | 3-Axis | 3-Axis |
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AF MOTOR NOISE
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Virtually Eliminated | Near Silent | Near Silent | Near Silent |
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MULTI-FOCUSING SYSTEM
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✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
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MINIMIZED FOCUS BREATHING
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✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
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CUSTOM CONTROL RING
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✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
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ORGANIC EL INFO DISPLAY
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✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
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ARNEO COATING
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✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
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MOUNT DIAMETER / FLANGE DIST.
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55mm / 16mm | 47mm / 46.5mm | 47mm / 46.5mm | 47mm / 46.5mm |
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| Customer Rating | (224) | (253) | (18) | (8) | (53) | (38) |
| Price | $2,096.95 | $696.95 | $2,196.95 | $396.95 | $2,396.95 | $896.95 |
| Sold By | Amazon.com | Beach Camera Same Day Shipping | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
| Compatible Camera Mount | Nikon Z mount, Nikon F mount with FTZ Adapter | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus | Auto/Manual | Autofocus, Manual Focus | Auto/Manual | Autofocus, Manual Focus | Auto Focus |
| Item Dimensions | 4.96 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches | 3.9 x 2.95 x 2.95 inches | 4.9 x 3.48 x 3.48 inches | 2.01 x 2.89 x 2.89 inches | 8.66 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches | 3.8 x 3.1 x 3.1 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.80 lbs | 1.03 lbs | 1.43 lbs | 6.88 ounces | 3.09 lbs | 0.99 lbs |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle | Telephoto | Wide Angle | Wide Angle, Standard | Telephoto | Wide Angle |
| Maximum Aperture | 2.8 millimeters | 1.8 millimeters | 2.8 millimeters | 36 millimeters | 2.8 millimeters | 1.8 millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 70 millimeters | 85 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 50 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 24 millimeters |
| Minimum Aperture | 22 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 22 millimeters | 4 millimeters | 22 millimeters | 16 millimeters |
| Minimum Focal Length | 24 millimeters | 85 millimeters | 14 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 24 millimeters |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 82 millimeters | 67 millimeters | 112 millimeters | 52 millimeters | 77 millimeters | 72 millimeters |
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S. Miles
Simply outstanding world class standard zoom
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 4, 2019Verified Purchase
Mr. J. P. Grove
Simply superb optical quality at a price
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 26, 2020Verified Purchase
Jon
Another professional workhorse
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 10, 2019Verified Purchase
AF
Advancing the state of the art of the venerable 24-70mm workhorse.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 28, 2019Verified Purchase
StevenB
Superb lens.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 8, 2019Verified Purchase
