Just catching up on this thread... unfortunately I think focusing purely on sharpness is a bit of a trap. I've been shooting for a long time and I honestly had issues with the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S being a bit of a letdown for cityscapes. It was not as good as expected when I realized how much bulk I was hauling around for a tiny bit more resolution I never actually noticed in the final shots. I gotta disagree with the prime-only crowd too. While the Nikon Z 50mm f/1.8 S is technically perfect, it feels kinda sterile and clinical... almost like some of the older Sigma glass but without the soul. Be careful about chasing those lab scores. On a Z6, you are gonna hit the sensor resolution limits way before the glass becomes an issue. Its a common mistake to overspend on lenses that are technically superior but practically a pain to use in the field. If you are doing landscapes, just watch out for diffraction. These modern Z lenses are so sharp wide open that people forget they still get soft if you stop down to f/16 for depth of field. Just my two cents tho...

Like someone mentioned, sharpness is a rabbit hole. I'd be careful about jumping straight to the 24-70mm f/2.8 S because for landscapes you're usually stopped down to f/8 or f/11 anyway. For long-term ownership, carrying that heavy glass around city streets gets old fast. I'd suggest looking at these instead:

• Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S: For cityscapes, this is the gold standard. The corner resolution is insane even wide open. Just make sure to budget for the 112mm filters since the hood setup is unique.
• Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S: Don't sleep on this one. It's arguably more practical than the 24-70mm and just as sharp at landscape apertures. The extra reach is a lifesaver when you can't walk closer to a building or a peak. Honestly, I would suggest checking out the Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S if you want the absolute highest resolving power for the price. It's technically sharper than the 50mm and much more manageable than the f/1.2 monsters. Peak sharpness usually happens a couple stops down anyway, so dont get too hung up on the ultra-fast stuff for city work...

@Reply #1 - good point! Those f/1.2 primes are absolute monsters for resolving power. Just caught up with the thread... honestly, sharpness is a bit of a rabbit hole for landscapes. I gotta ask tho, are you usually shooting on a tripod or handheld? Technical sharpness varies a lot once you stop down to f/8 or f/11. Are you planning on printing these huge? If youre just posting online, the difference between the top-tier zooms and the primes is gonna be pretty hard to spot. Corner-to-corner consistency is usually where the real battle is for cityscapes with all those vertical lines... just wondering what your output looks like.

100% agree

Just saw this and had to jump in because I went through a phase where I was obsessed with getting the absolute sharpest glass for my Z6. I spent way too much on heavy gear that basically sat in my bag because it was a pain to carry around for cityscapes. Before you pull the trigger on something expensive like the f/2.8 zoom, I gotta ask... what kind of conditions are you usually shooting in? Are you hiking miles to find a spot or just hopping out of the car? I would suggest being a little careful with the f/1.2 primes or even the heavier zooms if you're trying to be budget-conscious. Honestly, for landscapes where we're usually stopping down to f/8 or f/11 anyway, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S is incredibly sharp and much easier on the wallet. I once missed a perfect sunset shot because I was fumbling with a heavy lens in the wind, so now I really value reliability and weight. You might want to consider the Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S since it's a total steal for the performance, but make sure to think about if you really need that clinical sharpness over the flexibility of a zoom.

The 50mm is technically the sharper choice if you look at the lab charts, but you really gotta be careful about the trade-offs. I remember buying a high-end prime for cityscapes and I almost regretted it instantly. I was constantly switching lenses in dusty alleys and ended up getting a ton of spots on my sensor... talk about a reliability nightmare. I would suggest thinking about the safety of your gear too. If you're out in the elements for landscapes, having to swap lenses to get the right framing is just asking for trouble. Be careful with those really heavy lenses on a Z6 if you don't have a pro-grade tripod. I once had a heavy setup tip over because the center of gravity was just too far forward. Honestly, technical sharpness is great, but make sure you don't sacrifice the safety of your camera or your ability to actually get the shot without worrying about dropping something. Sharpness wont mean much if your gear is broken or your sensor is filthy.

For sharp lens, you can get NIKKOR 50mm f/1.2 S and NIKKOR 85mm f/1.2 S lenses.