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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

Lens for Nikon Z · Announced February 2019

Official site on nikonusa.com (opens the maker's site in a new tab)

  • Full frame lens
  • Wide
  • Standard

Typically A$3,500–A$3,975 new, from today's stores and the last 90 days

Best priceNew · in stock

A$3,499.95

at Ted's Cameras4% below its 30-day average

Used from
A$2,199 at Camera Electronic37% under new
Used, typically
A$2,799
Compare with NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8
  • Zoom range: 24–70mm, Full frame lens
  • Max aperture: f/2.8, Constant through the zoom
  • Optical stabilisation: None
  • Autofocus motor: STM
  • Weight: 805 g
  • Weather sealing: Sealed
  • Max magnification: 0.22×, Focuses to 0.38 m

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S overview

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S is a 24–70mm f/2.8 zoom for full-frame cameras on Nikon Z, announced by Nikon in February 2019. 16 cameras we track take it without an adapter. It has been followed by the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II; both are still sold.

Going by its spec sheet, it suits portraits as well as landscapes and interiors.

New, it sells for A$3,499.95 to A$3,975 at the 3 stores we track in Australia that have it in stock; used and refurbished copies start at A$2,199. Over the last 90 days it has usually cost A$3,500 to A$3,975 new.

Worth comparing it with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8, Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 and Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3.

Where to buy the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S in Australia

  • Used listing at Camera Electronic

    Camera ElectronicLowest used

    UsedIn stock

    SN 20005699 · Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    A$2,199

    View at Camera Electronic
  • Used listing at Digidirect

    Digidirect

    UsedIn stock

    Near mint · SN 20061274 · Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    A$2,799

    View at Digidirect

  • Ted's CamerasBest price

    NewIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    A$3,499.95

    7% off A$3,799.95

    View at Ted's Cameras

  • Camera House

    NewIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    A$3,749

    View at Camera House
  • Open box listing at Digidirect

    Digidirect

    Open boxIn stock

    EX · Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    Above typical used price

    A$3,799

    View at Digidirect

  • Camera Electronic

    NewIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    A$3,975

    View at Camera Electronic
  • Used listing at Ted's Cameras

    Ted's Cameras

    UsedOut of stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    A$1,999.95

    View at Ted's Cameras
  • Used listing at Georges Cameras

    Georges Cameras

    UsedOut of stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    A$2,200

    15% off A$2,599

    View at Georges Cameras

More used Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S on eBayPaid linkSingle sellers, auctions included: check the listing's condition and returns.

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Things to know

  • 24–70mm zoom, f/2.8 constant through the zoom.
  • Full frame lens; it also fits the mount's APS-C bodies.
  • Autofocus (STM motor); no optical stabilisation.
  • 805 g; 89 × 126 mm; 82mm filters; extends as it zooms.
  • Focuses down to 0.38 m, up to 0.22× magnification.
  • Weather sealed.
  • Replaced by the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II (2025); both are still sold.
  • Used, it typically sells for about A$2,799 in Australia (asking prices over 21 days); today from A$2,199.

Good for

  • Portraits (70–70mm-equivalent reach at f/2.8)
  • Landscapes and interiors (24mm-equivalent wide end)

From the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S's published specs, not from a review.

Price history

Price around the world

Cheapest in the US: about 17% under the Australian price before shipping and import tax.

Prices are in each market's own currency. Under each: ≈ in AUD at today's exchange rate. Body only; where a market lists only kits, its cheapest kit is shown and marked.

Lowest new and used price of the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S in each market, with an approximate conversion into AUD
MarketLowest newLowest used/refurb
United StatesCheapest$1,996.95≈ A$2,906$1,495≈ A$2,176
United Kingdom£1,999≈ A$3,894£1,100≈ A$2,143
Europe——
Australia(you)A$3,499.95A$2,199
Singapore——

Each price is in its own currency, as the store charges it. The ≈ figures are approximate, at today's exchange rate (ECB reference rates, 2026-11-06), rounded, and leave out shipping, import duty, GST/VAT and card fees. A camera bought abroad may not carry a local warranty: see grey-market cameras before you buy.

Used: what it should be worth

Should be worth, used

A$2,799

Usually A$2,499.50 to A$2,799 · 21 days, 68 listings

Cheapest used today

A$2,199

21% under what it usually goes for

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S: typical used and lowest new price by dayFrom 17 Oct to 6 Nov, prices between A$2,499.50 and A$3,975. Latest typical used A$2,799. Latest lowest new A$3,499.95.17 Oct6 NovA$3,975A$2,499.50
Typical used Lowest new
MonthCheapestTypicalHighestDays seen
Nov 2026A$2,199A$2,649.25A$2,7996
Oct 2026A$2,199A$2,799A$2,79915

From used and refurbished asking prices at the stores we track, checked every few hours. Confirmed eBay sale prices will be added once eBay grants us access to its sold-listings data.

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S specifications

Optics

Focal length
24–70mm
35mm equivalent
24–70mm (full frame)
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Minimum aperture
f/22
Made for
Full frame
Elements / groups
17 / 15
Aperture blades
9
Closest focus
0.38 m
Max magnification
0.22×

Focus & handling

Autofocus
Yes (STM)
Optical stabilisation
No
Weather sealed
Yes
Internal zoom
No
Aperture ring
No
Teleconverter compatible
No

Size & weight

Weight
805 g
Diameter × length
89 × 126 mm
Filter thread
82 mm

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  • IBIS
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Full frame · 24.5 MP · 2025

  • IBIS
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Nikon Z50II

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Z50II

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  • 4K 60p
  • 15 fps
New from A$1,299.95Used from A$1,099.95at 7 stores
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Full frame · 24.5 MP · 2024

  • IBIS
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  • IBIS
  • 4K 60p
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