The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR and the Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 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 Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR is the longer of the two lenses at 90mm. The Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 with a length of 51mm, is 39mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR's 73mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR and Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR and the Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 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. Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 weighs 195g, 38% (120g) lighter than the Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR's weight of 315g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 has a 52mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR and the Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 has the same Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are RED Komodo-X 6K Z , Nikon Z50 II and Nikon Z30 .
Focal Range
Nikon Z 18-140mm f3.5-6.3 VR has a focal range of 18-140mm and
7.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
27-210mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 has a focal range of 24-50mm and 2.1X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36 - 75mm .
