The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS and the Nikon 18-105mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS weighs 395g, which means it is 25g (5%) lighter than the Nikon 18-105mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR which has a weight of 420g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS and the Nikon 18-105mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR have the same Filter thread size of 67mm.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Nikon 18-105mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR has the Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V, Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600 for the Nikon F (DX) Mount.
Focal Range
Canon RF 24-105mm F4.0-7.1 IS has a focal range of 24-105mm and
4.4X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
38.4 - 168mm.
On the other hand, the Nikon 18-105mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR has a focal range of 18-105mm and 5.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 27-157.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
