Nikon
Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Prime/Zoom
94
/ 100
From $2,399
VS
Sony
Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM
Prime/Zoom
94
/ 100
From $1,398
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 35mm f/1.4 GM 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 35mm f/1.4 GM if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S 94
vs 94 Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM
Score breakdown
Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
94 sharpness 94
af 93
build 94
value 84
Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM
94 sharpness 94
af 93
build 94
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S | Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM |
|---|
Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM
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 35mm f/1.4 GM
Which is better, Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S or Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM? +
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 35mm f/1.4 GM worth the price? +
At $1,398, Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in sharpness.
Does Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S or Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM 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.