Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
83 Overall Score
vs
Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM
Sony
68 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 140 mm | 150 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 19 |
| Groups | 13 | 17 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 5★ |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Nano AR Coating II |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | 22-40★ | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg★ | 1.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 95 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 400 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:3★ | 0.2x |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM
- Strong optical (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average build (23rd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (35th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR0.090score per dollar
vs
Sony G Master FE 50-150mm f/2 GM0.012score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR offers 7.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 83 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
