The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 24-105mm F4-7.1 and the Zeiss Otus 50mm f1.4 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 24-105mm F4-7.1 is the longer of the two lenses at 107mm. The Zeiss Otus 50mm f1.4 with a length of 100mm, is 7mm shorter. On the other hand, the Zeiss Otus 50mm f1.4 has a larger diameter of 77mm compared to the Nikon Z 24-105mm F4-7.1's 74mm diameter.
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 24-105mm F4-7.1 weighs 350g, which means it is 327g (48%) lighter than the Zeiss Otus 50mm f1.4 which has a weight of 677g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 24-105mm F4-7.1 and the Zeiss Otus 50mm f1.4 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
Both the Nikon Z 24-105mm F4-7.1 and the Zeiss Otus 50mm f1.4 has the same Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z.
Zeiss Otus 50mm f1.4 is also available in Sony E and Canon RF mounts.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 24-105mm F4-7.1 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 Zeiss Otus 50mm f1.4 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 75mm.
