DPReview has completed their Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Lens review and test results. According to their rating system, Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Lens gets 87% Overall Score and Silver Award.
Compared to the AF-S 24-70mm F2.8 for F-mount, the new lens is 25% smaller and 18% lighter, with a totally redesigned optical formula comprising 17 elements in 15 groups.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Lens Key Features:
- Z-Mount Lens/FX Format
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
- Two ED and Four Aspherical Elements
- ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings
- Multi-Focus Stepping Motor AF System
- Programmable Control Ring
- Information OLED Panel and L.Fn Button
- Weather-Sealed Design, Fluorine Coating
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
Conclusion from DPReview:
The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S is an all-rounder fast zoom for Nikon’s mirrorless system. With a versatile focal length range and a fast aperture for low light photography and blurry backgrounds, this lens provides sharp imagery with smooth bokeh and without distracting color fringing from chromatic aberrations. Autofocus isn’t as speedy as its peers, and slightly defocused subjects can be a bit busy, but the overall performance can’t be argued with.
Good for
Landscape, portrait, wedding, low light, travel photographers
Not so good for
Videographers looking for linear focus response, or action and candid photographers looking for the fastest autofocus performance
