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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 $1,997 new, from today's stores and the last 90 days

Best priceNew · in stock

$1,996.95

at Abt

Used from
$1,495 at Camera West25% under new
Used, typically
$1,499.99
Launch RRP
$2,299.95Best new is 13% under
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 $1,996.95 to $2,549.95 at the 6 stores we track in the United States that have it in stock; used and refurbished copies start at $1,495. It launched at $2,299.95.

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 United States

  • Used listing at Camera West

    Camera WestLowest used

    UsedIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    $1,495

    View at Camera West
  • Used listing at Precision Camera

    Precision Camera

    UsedIn stock

    EX+ · Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    $1,499.99

    View at Precision Camera
  • Open box listing at Focus Camera

    Focus Camera

    Open boxIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    Above typical used price

    $1,804.95

    24% off $2,396.95

    View at Focus Camera

  • AbtBest price

    NewIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    $1,996.95

    View at Abt

  • Beach Camera

    NewIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    Free 2 Day Shipping

    $1,996.95

    21% off $2,549.95

    View at Beach Camera

  • Dodd Camera

    NewIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    $1,996.95

    View at Dodd Camera

  • Camera West

    NewIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    $1,999.95

    21% off $2,549.95

    View at Camera West
  • Open box listing at Camera Wholesalers

    Camera Wholesalers

    Open boxIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    Above typical used price

    $2,096.95

    12% off $2,399.95

    View at Camera Wholesalers

  • Camera Wholesalers

    NewIn stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    Above RRP +9%

    $2,496.95

    View at Camera Wholesalers
  • Used listing at Camera West

    Camera West

    UsedOut of stock

    Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version

    $920

    View at Camera West

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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 $1,499.99 in United States (asking prices over 21 days); today from $1,495.

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 right here in the US: about 17% under the price in Australia, the next cheapest.

Prices are in each market's own currency. Under each: ≈ in USD 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 USD
MarketLowest newLowest used/refurb
United States(you)Cheapest$1,996.95$1,495
United Kingdom£1,999≈ $2,676£1,100≈ $1,472
Europe——
AustraliaA$3,499.95≈ $2,405A$2,199≈ $1,511
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

$1,499.99

Usually $1,497.50 to $1,707.48 · 21 days, 131 listings

Cheapest used today

$1,495

About 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 $1,497.50 and $1,996.95. Latest typical used $1,652.47. Latest lowest new $1,996.95.17 Oct6 Nov$1,996.95$1,497.50
Typical used Lowest new
MonthCheapestTypicalHighestDays seen
Nov 2026$1,033.78$1,498.75$1,798.476
Oct 2026$949.99$1,499.99$1,707.4815

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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