The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 and the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 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 24-200mm F4-6.3 is the longer of the two lenses at 114mm. The Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 with a length of 93mm, is 21mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 77mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 and Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 and the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 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. Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 weighs 413g, which means it is 157g (27%) lighter than the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 which has a weight of 570g.
Filter Threads
Both the Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 and the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 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 Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 has the Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 has a focal range of 28-200mm and
7.1X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
42 - 300mm .
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 has a focal range of 24-200mm and 8.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36 - 300mm .
