The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S and the Leica SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH 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. Leica SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH is the longer of the two lenses at 138mm. The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S with a length of 126mm, is 12mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Leica SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH's 88mm 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 24-70mm F2.8 S weighs 805g, which means it is 335g (29%) lighter than the Leica SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH which has a weight of 1140g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S and the Leica SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH have the same Filter thread size of 82mm.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Leica SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH has the Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon Zf, Nikon Z8 and Nikon Z30 for the Nikon Z Mount and Leica SL3, Panasonic S5 II and Panasonic S5 II X for the Leica L Mount.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S has a focal range of 24-70mm and
2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 105mm.
On the other hand, the Leica SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH has a focal range of 24-90mm and 3.8X zoom ratio .