Nikon
NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S — 14–24mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$2,399
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 — 24–50mm f/4-6.3 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$299
Launch priceReleased Jul 2020
NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S is 3 months newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Wins
NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BNIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 has lower Weight (195 g vs 650 g)
- ANIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/6.3)
- BNIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 has lower Length (77 mm vs 141 mm)
- ANIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/4)
- BNIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 has lower Diameter (70 mm vs 86 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/6.3 — lower is better
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3
- ✓
Weight
195 g vs 650 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
77 mm vs 141 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 86 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Min focus distance
Both 38 cm
Max magnification
Both 0.25 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.