The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE and the Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 S 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. Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE is the longer of the two lenses at 107mm. The Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 S with a length of 89mm, is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 S has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE's 77mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE and Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 S to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE and the Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 S 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. Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 S weighs 500g, 16% (100g) lighter than the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE's weight of 600g.
Filter Threads
Both the Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE and the Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 S have the same Filter thread size of 72mm .
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 S has the Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Samyang 24-60mm f2.8 FE has a focal range of 24-60mm and
2.5X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 90mm .
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 24-70mm F4 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 .
