Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
90 Overall Score
vs
Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM
Canon
75 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 18 |
| Groups | 7 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 | 4 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Spectra Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon RF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.70 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | Nano USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.24x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR0.626score per dollar
vs
Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM0.164score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR offers 3.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.
