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Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S — Prime/Zoom
Nikon

Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S

Prime/Zoom

94
/ 100
From $2,399
VS
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II — Prime/Zoom
Sony

Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II

Prime/Zoom

94
/ 100
From $2,298
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S lands at 94 and Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II at 94. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics

Pick Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S 94
vs
94 Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II

Score breakdown

Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
94
sharpness 94
af 93
build 94
value 84
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II
94
sharpness 94
af 93
build 94
value 84

Specs side-by-side

Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S versus Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II

Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

FAQ: Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S vs Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II

Which is better, Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S or Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II? +

Both score 94 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S worth the price? +

At $2,399, Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in sharpness.

Is Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II worth the price? +

At $2,298, Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S or Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.