The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS and the Nikon 24-120mm f4G ED VR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS is the longer of the two lenses at 107mm. The Nikon 24-120mm f4G ED VR with a length of 104mm, is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 84mm.
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 F4L IS weighs 700g, which means it is 10g (1%) lighter than the Nikon 24-120mm f4G ED VR which has a weight of 710g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS and the Nikon 24-120mm f4G ED VR have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Nikon 24-120mm f4G ED VR has the Nikon F (FX) 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 D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Focal Range
Canon RF 24-105mm F4L 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 24-120mm f4G ED VR has a focal range of 24-120mm and 5.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36 - 180mm.
