Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Nikon
86 Overall Score
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ
OM System
60 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ
78 out of 100 high confidence 72 reviews
The Olympus M.Zuiko 14-42mm II R is widely praised as one of the best kit zooms available, offering impressive sharpness, compact size, and fast autofocus for its price. Users appreciate its lightweight, collapsible design and versatile focal range, though many note the variable aperture (f/3.5-5.6) limits low-light performance and bokeh. Common criticisms include the plastic mount, lack of included lens hood, and a sometimes-fiddly lock mechanism. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens and a great value when bundled with a camera body.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Sharp image quality for a kit lens
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Versatile focal range (28-84mm equivalent)
- Great value when bundled with camera
Cons
- Variable aperture limits low-light performance
- Plastic lens mount feels cheap
- No lens hood included
- Lock mechanism can be cumbersome
- Small aperture restricts bokeh
Image quality 45
Build quality 30
Size and portability 40
Aperture and low light 25
Autofocus performance 20
Value for money 35
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR | OM System M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 14 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 42 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 8 |
| Groups | 15 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings | ZERO |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 4-6.3 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | 5 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.57 kg | 0.09 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 37 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | MSC |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 200 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x | 1:4.35★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
OM System M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong macro (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong versatility (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (74th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR0.061score per dollar
vs
OM System M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ0.185score per dollar
OM System M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
