Nikon
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Nikon Z Mount
Nikon's flagship S-Line standard zoom offering incredible resolution and custom OLED info panel.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S — 85mm f/1.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Sep 2020
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Wins
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has lower Weight (470 g vs 805 g)
- BNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- BNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- ANIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S has higher Max magnification (0.22 × vs 0.15 ×)
- BNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 38 cm)
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 24-70mm f/2.8 S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 ED, 4 Aspherical
- ✓
Control ring
Only NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.22 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Weight
470 g vs 805 g — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.8 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.8 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
81 mm vs 89 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
116 mm vs 126 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Pros
- ✓Stunning resolution and contrast across zoom range
- ✓OLED information panel displays focal length, focus, or aperture
- ✓Multi-focusing stepping motor system for silent, rapid AF
- ✓Almost zero focus breathing
Cons
- –No optical stabilization (relies on Nikon body IBIS)
- –No mechanical aperture ring (uses control ring instead)
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Solid optical performance for the price tier
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.