Thom's Commentary: Nikon has a long history of updating its pro lens lines to what they consider state of the art. The first of the Z-mount lenses to get this rethinking is the 24-70mm f/2.8, which gains focus performance and image quality over an already excellent predecessor, while simplifying the optical formula, reducing the front filter size, and reduced weight.
- Coverage: (full frame (FX)
- Build: dust and drip resistant, S-line
- Optic design:
- 14 elements in 10 groups
- 3 aspherical, 2 ED elements
- Meso-amorphous and fluorine coatings
- Angle of view: 34°20'-84° diagonal
- Stabilization: none (uses on-sensor VR if available)
- Additional controls: clickable Control ring, L-Fn button, A/M and focus limiter switches
- Aperture:
- f/2.8 to f/22
- 11-blade rounded diaphragm
- Focus:
- autofocus, internal focus
- Silky-swift VCM motor
- 10" (0.24m) minimum focus at 24mm, 13" (0.33m) at 70mm
- 1:4.8 (wide) to 1:3.1 (telephoto) maximum magnification ratio
- Filter: 77mm filter size
- Lens hood: supplied HB-117
- Size and weight:
- 5.6" (142mm) long (extends on zoom)
- 3.4" (84mm) diameter
- 23.8 ounces (675g)
- Model number: 20089
- Price: US$2800
- Announced: August 22, 2025
- Firmware version: 1.00