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
Viltrox
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
Nikon Z Mount
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z — 35mm f/1.2 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$1,099
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z is 5.6 years newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Wins
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- BAF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- ANIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S has higher Max magnification (0.22 × vs 0.1 ×)
- BAF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z has lower Length (109 mm vs 126 mm)
- ANIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S has lower Weight (805 g vs 920 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
⌀89 × 126 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
⌀82 × 109 mm
920 g (2.03 lb / 32.45 oz)
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S is 17mm longer and 7mm wider than AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z.
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S is 115 g lighter than AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
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
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S supports it
- ✓
Weight
805 g vs 920 g — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.22 × vs 0.1 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 3 ED, 3 HR
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Length
109 mm vs 126 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
35 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
82 mm vs 89 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
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)
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.