AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR vs AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED
Nikon Nikkor
AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR
Nikon Nikkor
AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED
Here we are comparing the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR and the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED. The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR is a 24–70mm zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2015. The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED is a 24–70mm zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2007.
There is a 8 years difference between the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED and the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
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| Compare | Image Stabilization | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape Video | Landscape |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 24-70 mm | 24-70 mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.38 m | 0.38 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 1070 g | 900 g |
| Length | 154.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Diameter | 88 mm | 133 mm |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2015 | 2007 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR (24-70 mm, f/2.8) and Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED (24-70 mm, f/2.8).
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED is the lightest at 900 g, Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR weighs 1070 g.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR can focus closest at 0.38 m minimum focus distance.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR includes image stabilization.
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