The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S and the Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM 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 24-105mm f4L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 107mm. The Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S with a length of 85mm, is 22mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM's 84mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S and Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S and the Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM 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 14-30mm F4 S weighs 485g, which means it is 185g (27%) lighter than the Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM which has a weight of 670g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM has the Canon EF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF , Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 S has a focal range of 14-30mm 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
21 - 45mm .
On the other hand, the Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM 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 .
