The classic standard zoom now featuring Vibration Reduction image stabilization, Nikon's AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR Lens is a truly versatile wide-angle to short telephoto lens characterized by its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture and electromagnetic aperture mechanism.
The older Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G does a bit better at 35mm and 50mm focal lengths and at 70mm shows practically no CA. In comparison, the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Art is much better at all focal lengths with the exception of 70mm. The Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 G2 shows quite good CA performance, with the worst results at 35mm.
The "reported" increased edge sharpness of the new 24-70 f2.8 VR is not accurate. Except at 24mm, at f2.8, the older lens has a little better sharpness center to edge. And for landscape use, one will likely not be shooting 24mm at f2.8 -- at least I don't. Even at 24mm, by f4, the older lens is once again sharper center to edge.
After all, if it managed to blow the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S out of the water in performance, that $1200 price would look like a massive bargain! NIKON Z 7 + NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 @ 75mm, ISO 64, 1/10, f/11.0. Before I get to our detailed lab tests of the Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8, let me first go through the lens’s specifications and build quality.
The lens is a high spec lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 and a minimum of f/22. Here is a quick look at the technical specs: Focal Length: 24-70mm Format: Full Frame – 35mm, can be used on a DX body, but will be cropped Maximum aperture: f/2.8 Minimum aperture: f/22 Dimensions: 83mm (diameter) x 133mm (length) Weight: 900g Zoom ratio: 2.9X Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Nikon Lenses for Wedding Photographers By B&H Photo's Commonly referred to as the workhorse of the pros, the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED is a versatile standard zoom characterized by its bright and sophisticated optical design. . 134 392 241 119 237 329 83 365 91

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