Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II Lens
The Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S II is a 24–70mm f/2.8 lens designed for Nikon Z mount cameras. Used copies start from $2,700 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Key Features — Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
24-70mm f/2.8 Constant Aperture: Maintains a maximum aperture of f/2.8 across the full zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure and depth-of-field control without adjustment as you zoom.
Full-Frame Z-Mount Design: Built exclusively for the Nikon Z mount and optimized for full-frame sensors, ensuring full compatibility with Nikon's full-frame mirrorless bodies.
Autofocus and Manual Focus: Supports both AF and MF operation, giving shooters the flexibility to switch modes depending on the subject or shooting style.
S-Line Optical Construction: Part of Nikon's premium S-Line series, held to the highest optical standards within the Z-mount lens lineup for sharpness and rendering quality.
Multi-Focus System: Uses multiple focus drive units to deliver fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance suited to both stills and video.
82mm Filter Thread: Accepts standard 82mm circular filters such as polarizers and ND filters without requiring step-up rings.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Landscape, Travel, Studio, Wedding |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 24–70mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 82mm |
Description — Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
The Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II is a full-frame standard zoom lens built natively for the Nikon Z mount, making it a natural fit for Nikon's mirrorless camera ecosystem. It spans a 24-70mm focal length range with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture, ensuring consistent exposure and depth-of-field characteristics whether you're shooting wide at 24mm or reaching in at 70mm. Both autofocus and manual focus are supported, offering flexibility across shooting styles and subjects.
The 82mm filter thread makes it straightforward to pair with popular circular filter systems. At 805g, it's a substantial piece of glass, so it's worth balancing against your shooting needs — particularly for run-and-gun or travel applications. Image stabilization is not included in the lens, so in-body stabilization on your camera body would need to handle that role.
For Nikon Z-mount shooters working across the standard zoom range, this lens delivers a constant f/2.8 aperture in a full-frame-compatible, autofocus-equipped package.
Pros — Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
- ✓Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture maintained across the full 24-70mm zoom range
- ✓Covers the full-frame format, making it compatible with Nikon's full-frame Z-mount bodies
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus operation for flexible shooting control
Cons — Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
- ✗No built-in image stabilization — shooters must rely on in-body IS if available
- ✗At 805g, the lens is relatively heavy for a standard zoom, which may be a concern for travel or long handheld use
- ✗Exclusively compatible with the Nikon Z mount, limiting use to Z-system cameras only
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