Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Prime/Zoom
Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Prime/Zoom
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S lands at 94 and Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S at 94. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Pick Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSharpness
TieCompared on the sharpness sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Build
TieCompared on the build sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Autofocus
TieCompared on the autofocus sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S | Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S |
|---|
Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
FAQ: Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S vs Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Which is better, Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S or Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S? +
Both score 94 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S worth the price? +
At $2,399, Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in sharpness.
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.
Does Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S or Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S 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.