First, let’s take a look at the Nikon-provided MTF charts and compare the performance of the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S against the F-mount Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E VR: As you can see, the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S promises better contrast at both ends, but the sharpness (blue line) is supposed to be stellar when compared to its F-mount brother HKD 19,380.00. The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR is a standard zoom lens featuring a range of Nikon technologies including VR image stabilization. Ideal for low-light. Super steady and always ready, the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR workhorse is prepared to take your work to the next level. With up to 4 stops* of VR (Vibration Reduction This is a tough call. The 70-200mm f/2.8E FL is an excellent lens, the best I've seen in that focal range from anyone until the 70-200mm f/2.8 S came along. But I'd say the two Nikkors are within a hairbreadth's distance of one another in terms of optical performance, and what I see in differences could very well just be sample variation. The optical formula consists of 20 elements in 16 groups, while a 9-blade diaphragm helps to create a pleasing, natural out of focus area with beautiful bokeh. Additionally, the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR features a new filter diameter of 82mm and will accept the new Nikon CPL2 Circular Polarizer and 82mm NC (Neutral Color) filters. The Bottom Line. The Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens undercuts similar zooms on price and delivers strong image stabilization, but it makes some optical compromises to get there. The 16-80mm f/2.8-4E is Nikon’s latest mid-range zoom for the DX body cameras. Effectively, it’s the 24-120mm (equivalent) zoom for DX. We have a fair number of things to discuss about this new lens, starting with the E designation. That means that aperture control is now electronic; the lens has no aperture activation arm that mechanically But the appearance of the 70-300mm AF-P, the 200-500mm f/5.6E, and the 180-400mm f/4E, taken together, mean there's a better choice for you in that bunch than the 200-400mm f/4G. Moreover, the distance acuity on the high pixel density cameras we have now is also more acute. Mount: Nikon F (FX) Full-frame: Yes Autofocus: Yes Stabilization: Yes Lens construction: 17 elements in 13 groups Angle of view: 84-20 degrees Diaphragm blades: 9 Minimum aperture: f/22 Minimum focusing distance: 0.45m Maximum magnification ratio: 0.24x Filter size: 77mm Dimensions: 84x104mm Weight: 710g. Nikon AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED VR at Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Handling and Features. Weighing in at 805g, the lens fits well with the Nikon Z7 45.4MP full frame mirrorless camera provided for this review. There is extensive use Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E VR Review. By Nasim Mansurov 98 Comments Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E VR Image Samples NIKON D810 + 24-70mm f/2.8 @ 50mm, ISO 100, 3/1, nyRsW.