7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 § 03 Head to head
7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S
7Artisans 24mm f/1.8 is 26 g lighter. Nikon 24mm f/1.8 focuses 7 cm closer.
The 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 is a 24mm f/1.8 prime, and the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S is a 24mm f/1.8 prime. On paper the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 comes out ahead, 5 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S 01
Key differences
Why is the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 better than the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S?
- 26 g lighter (424 g vs 450 g)
- 25 mm shorter (72 mm vs 96.5 mm long)
- More aperture blades (11 vs 9)
- Smaller filter thread (62 mm vs 72 mm)
- Newer design (2025 vs 2019)
Why is the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S better than the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8?
- Focuses 7 cm closer (0.25 m vs 0.32 m)
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Which should you buy?
- landscape For landscape photography, the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 has the edge: it is 26 g lighter to carry.
- architecture For architecture, the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 has the edge: it is 26 g lighter to carry.
- street For street photography, the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 has the edge: it is 26 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 has the edge: it is 26 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 424 g ◆ | 450 g (15.9 oz) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 72 mm | 78 mm (diameter) x 96.5 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.32 m (12.60 inches) | 0.25 m (0.82 ft) ◆ |
| Maximum magnification | — | 0.15x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | Dust and drip resistant |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 11 ◆ | 9 (rounded) |
| Optical construction | 14 elements / 11 groups | 12 elements in 10 groups (including 4 aspherical and 1 ED element) |
| Filter size | 62 mm ◆ | 72 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E, Nikon Z, L-Mount | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2025 | 2019 |
| Price | $329 list price | — |
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Size
- A · 7Artisans
- B · Nikon
- 72 × 92 mm
- 96.5 × 78 mm
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S is 24 mm longer and 26 g heavier than the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8.
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Sample frames
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 or the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S?
- The 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 weighs 424 g, 26 g less than the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S (450 g).
- Which focuses closer, the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 or the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S?
- The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S focuses down to 0.25 m, against 0.32 m for the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8.
- Do the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 and the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 or the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S better for landscape photography?
- For landscape photography, the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 has the edge: it is 26 g lighter to carry.
- Is the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 or the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S better for architecture?
- For architecture, the 7Artisans AF 24 mm f/1.8 has the edge: it is 26 g lighter to carry.
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