Nikon NIKKOR Z 24‑105mm f/4‑7.1: Perfect Everyday Zoom Lens

The NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 is a new standard zoom lens designed for Nikon’s FX-format (full-frame) mirrorless cameras, emphasizing portability and versatility for everyday use.

Benefits

The new Z 24-105mm is characterized by its compact build and flexible optical capabilities:

• Broad Focal Range: 24mm wide-angle to 105mm medium-telephoto range, making it suitable for a wide variety of scenes without needing to switch lenses.
• Extreme Portability: Weighing only 12.4 oz (350 g) and measuring 4.2 inches in length, it is designed for comfortable all-day carry.
• Close-Focusing and Macro Capabilities: The lens boasts a minimum focus distance of just 0.2 m (7.9 in) at the wide end and 0.28 m (11 in) at the telephoto end. It can also achieve a 0.5x maximum reproduction ratio (1:2 macro) between 70mm and 105mm, allowing it to be used for detailed close-up photography featuring blurred backgrounds (bokeh).

• Optimized for Video: It utilizes a Stepping Motor (STM) providing fast, quiet autofocus, a feature critical for smooth video recording and silent operation.
• Customizable Controls: The control ring can be programmed to adjust focus, aperture, ISO sensitivity, or exposure compensation.
• Extended Reach: When paired with select Nikon cameras (such as the Z9, Z8, or Z5II), the Hi-Res Zoom feature can expand the focal range up to a 210mm equivalent without sacrificing resolution.
• Durable Design: The lens is built with dust and drip resistance in mind, facilitating outdoor shooting in various conditions.

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Who This Lens Is For

The NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 is positioned as an “all-in-one” solution for several types of creators:

• Travel and Street Photographers: Its lightweight design makes it the “perfect everyday companion” for travelers and street photographers who want to capture everything from expansive landscapes to distant landmarks without heavy gear.
• Content Creation and Vlogging: Hybrid shooters and vloggers will benefit from the quiet STM autofocus and the lens’s balanced weight on Nikon’s smaller Z-series camera bodies.

Know before you buy: While versatile, the lens has a variable aperture of f/4-7.1, meaning it won’t be as bright as professional-grade glass and may be slightly less effective in very dim environments.

• Everyday Snapshots: It is a great lens for capturing daily life, including food photography, portraits of friends, and even table-top “macro” still-life shots.
• Entry-Level Full-Frame Users: Enthusiasts and beginners will get the most value from this lens as it provides an affordable entry point into Nikon’s full-frame ecosystem.

Note: Nikon says that the lens will also be included as a kit option with the Nikon Z5II.

Final Thoughts

Think of the NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 as a kind of “Swiss Army knife” lens for creators. It’s not going to replace a specialized type of lens, especially for low-light or professional studio work, but thanks to its compact size and array of “tools”, from wide-angle views to macro-like close-ups, it might just become one of the most useful and versatile lenses to have in your gear bag.