The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Panasonic S 24-70mm F2.8 and the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E 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 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR is the longer of the two lenses at 155mm. The Panasonic S 24-70mm F2.8 with a length of 140mm, is 15mm shorter. On the other hand, the Panasonic S 24-70mm F2.8 has a larger diameter of 91mm compared to the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR's 88mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Panasonic S 24-70mm F2.8 and Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Panasonic S 24-70mm F2.8 and the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR 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 24-70mm F2.8 weighs 935g, which means it is 135g (12%) lighter than the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR which has a weight of 1070g.
Filter Threads
Both the Panasonic S 24-70mm F2.8 and the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR 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 Panasonic S 24-70mm F2.8 has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR has the Nikon F (FX) 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 D6 , Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
