The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 S and the Nikon 105mm f2D DC 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 24-120mm F4 S is the longer of the two lenses at 118mm. The Nikon 105mm f2D DC with a length of 111mm, is 7mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 S also has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Nikon 105mm f2D DC's 79mm 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 24-120mm F4 S weighs 630g, which means it is 10g (1%) lighter than the Nikon 105mm f2D DC which has a weight of 640g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 S has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Nikon 105mm f2D DC has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 S:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon 105mm f2D DC:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Nikon 105mm f2D DC has the Nikon F (FX) 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 Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 S 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.
On the other hand, the Nikon 105mm f2D DC is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 105mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 157.5mm.
