The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 and the Nikon 70-200mm f4G ED VR 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 70-200mm f4G ED VR is the longer of the two lenses at 179mm. The Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 with a length of 151mm, is 28mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Nikon 70-200mm f4G ED VR's 78mm 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 70-180mm F2.8 weighs 795g, which means it is 55g (6%) lighter than the Nikon 70-200mm f4G ED VR which has a weight of 850g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 and the Nikon 70-200mm f4G ED VR 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
The Nikon Z 70-180mm F2.8 has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Nikon 70-200mm f4G ED VR 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 70-180mm F2.8 has a focal range of 70-180mm and
2.6X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
105 - 270mm.
On the other hand, the Nikon 70-200mm f4G ED VR has a focal range of 70-200mm 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 105 - 300mm.
