The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR and the Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR 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. Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR is the longer of the two lenses at 155mm. The Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR with a length of 110mm, is 45mm shorter. On the other hand, the Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR's 88mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR and Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR and the Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR Size and Weight 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. Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR weighs 787g, 26% (283g) lighter than the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR's weight of 1070g.
Lens Mounts
The Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Pentax D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR has the Pentax KAF3 lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6 , Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount and Pentax K-3 III Mono , Pentax KF and Pentax K-3 III for the Pentax KAF3 Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
