NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 Svs M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S (2021)
Starting from £999 new
Best for Travel & everyday photography
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M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022)
Starting from £849 new
Best for Travel, reportage & everyday photography on Micro Four Thirds
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Everyday Photography — NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S (2021): The one-lens solution for Nikon Z users — 5× zoom range, S-line sharpness, and versatile enough for almost any situation.
Travel, Reportage & Everyday Photography On Micro Four Thirds — M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022): The definitive standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds — compact, versatile, and PRO-built for demanding conditions.
Who should buy what
Quick take: The m.zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 pro ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S (2021) | M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £849 |
| Sensor | f/4 (constant max aperture) | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) |
| Video | 35cm minimum focus distance | N/A — lens |
| Autofocus | Multi Focus System — fast, quiet, and precise | MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) — fast and quiet |
| Stabilisation | VR (4.5 stops, up to 6 stops with Z-mount bodies with IBIS) | None (relies on in-body IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Battery Life | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | 630g | 382g |
| Dimensions | 84mm diameter × 114mm length | 69.9mm diameter × 87.3mm length |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | N/A | N/A |
| Screen | N/A | N/A |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount | 62mm filter thread |
| Memory Cards | N/A | N/A |
| Connectivity | N/A | N/A |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S | M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Wedding | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Street | — |
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