Nikon 24-70mm Z f/4 S NIKKOR Lens (REFURB)
Capture mind-blowing shots no matter where you are with the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens and never miss a moment worth capturing. Experience fantastic optical technology in every shot. Built with cutting-edge technology, the lens gives you improved autofocus and enhanced tracking performance while also providing you with a high-performance zoom that brings you closer to the objects and helps you get amazing shots. The lens with its power-packed performance and brilliant capture quality will help you capture the beautiful and impressionable moments and help you channel the inner photographer in you. The feature-packed technology coupled with a very lightweight and durable design makes the lens an ideal option for all your photography needs. Lightweight Design Apart from its performance, the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens boasts of a very sturdy yet lightweight design that lets you carry it with you on your adventures or while you are on the go, making it quite portable. The lightweight design helps in agile shooting and makes it easy to carry wherever you go to be an ideal photography partner for you. Stunning Reproductions of Tones Never miss out on any detail as the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens with its amazing feature provide you with stunning reproductions of tones in scenes with rich colour gradations to ensure clear photographs. A compact and lightweight lens, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S reproduces even the minute details in stunning high resolution. Experience the pleasure of consistently high image quality with minimal lens aberrations and sufficient peripheral illumination. The Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens is slim, yet rugged, and can endure harsh weather conditions with dust and moisture resistance.
Capture mind-blowing shots no matter where you are with the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens and never miss a moment worth capturing. Experience fantastic optical technology in every shot. Built with cutting-edge technology, the lens gives you improved autofocus and enhanced tracking performance while also providing you with a high-performance zoom that brings you closer to the objects and helps you get amazing shots. The lens with its power-packed performance and brilliant capture quality will help you capture the beautiful and impressionable moments and help you channel the inner photographer in you. The feature-packed technology coupled with a very lightweight and durable design makes the lens an ideal option for all your photography needs. Lightweight Design Apart from its performance, the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens boasts of a very sturdy yet lightweight design that lets you carry it with you on your adventures or while you are on the go, making it quite portable. The lightweight design helps in agile shooting and makes it easy to carry wherever you go to be an ideal photography partner for you. Stunning Reproductions of Tones Never miss out on any detail as the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens with its amazing feature provide you with stunning reproductions of tones in scenes with rich colour gradations to ensure clear photographs. A compact and lightweight lens, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S reproduces even the minute details in stunning high resolution. Experience the pleasure of consistently high image quality with minimal lens aberrations and sufficient peripheral illumination. The Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens is slim, yet rugged, and can endure harsh weather conditions with dust and moisture resistance.
Capture mind-blowing shots no matter where you are with the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens and never miss a moment worth capturing. Experience fantastic optical technology in every shot. Built with cutting-edge technology, the lens gives you improved autofocus and enhanced tracking performance while also providing you with a high-performance zoom that brings you closer to the objects and helps you get amazing shots. The lens with its power-packed performance and brilliant capture quality will help you capture the beautiful and impressionable moments and help you channel the inner photographer in you. The feature-packed technology coupled with a very lightweight and durable design makes the lens an ideal option for all your photography needs. Lightweight Design Apart from its performance, the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens boasts of a very sturdy yet lightweight design that lets you carry it with you on your adventures or while you are on the go, making it quite portable. The lightweight design helps in agile shooting and makes it easy to carry wherever you go to be an ideal photography partner for you. Stunning Reproductions of Tones Never miss out on any detail as the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens with its amazing feature provide you with stunning reproductions of tones in scenes with rich colour gradations to ensure clear photographs. A compact and lightweight lens, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S reproduces even the minute details in stunning high resolution. Experience the pleasure of consistently high image quality with minimal lens aberrations and sufficient peripheral illumination. The Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens is slim, yet rugged, and can endure harsh weather conditions with dust and moisture resistance.
Capture mind-blowing shots no matter where you are with the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens and never miss a moment worth capturing. Experience fantastic optical technology in every shot. Built with cutting-edge technology, the lens gives you improved autofocus and enhanced tracking performance while also providing you with a high-performance zoom that brings you closer to the objects and helps you get amazing shots. The lens with its power-packed performance and brilliant capture quality will help you capture the beautiful and impressionable moments and help you channel the inner photographer in you. The feature-packed technology coupled with a very lightweight and durable design makes the lens an ideal option for all your photography needs. Lightweight Design Apart from its performance, the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens boasts of a very sturdy yet lightweight design that lets you carry it with you on your adventures or while you are on the go, making it quite portable. The lightweight design helps in agile shooting and makes it easy to carry wherever you go to be an ideal photography partner for you. Stunning Reproductions of Tones Never miss out on any detail as the Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens with its amazing feature provide you with stunning reproductions of tones in scenes with rich colour gradations to ensure clear photographs. A compact and lightweight lens, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S reproduces even the minute details in stunning high resolution. Experience the pleasure of consistently high image quality with minimal lens aberrations and sufficient peripheral illumination. The Nikon Nikkor Z 2.4-7cm F/4 S Lens is slim, yet rugged, and can endure harsh weather conditions with dust and moisture resistance.
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I bought the Nikon Z50 with the 2 kit lenses (16-50, 50-250)and I found out that they were limited. The small one was too small and it was like looking through a periscope. The Large lens was the one that I was using almost all the time because of better optics but it was not practical for closer shots. Also, I did not like the fact that you had to turn the lenses each time to unlock them because there was a small time delay before the lens becameactive. The optics for the small lens was not as good as the large lens. I know that the kit lenses were designed to be light and OK for all shots. But in the end I needed a more professional type of lens with good close-up and good long range shots. One thing that concerned me was the fact the large kit lens would emit ... MoreI bought the Nikon Z50 with the 2 kit lenses (16-50, 50-250)and I found out that they were limited. The small one was too small and it was like looking through a periscope. The Large lens was the one that I was using almost all the time because of better optics but it was not practical for closer shots. Also, I did not like the fact that you had to turn the lenses each time to unlock them because there was a small time delay before the lens becameactive. The optics for the small lens was not as good as the large lens. I know that the kit lenses were designed to be light and OK for all shots. But in the end I needed a more professional type of lens with good close-up and good long range shots. One thing that concerned me was the fact the large kit lens would emit a rattling noise when shook at little. I was told that was designed by the factory to satisfy the VR requirement. The new 24-200 Lens has no such rattle and I can set the camera for VR anyway. The new lens operates fast and has a solid feel to it. The optics seem be a little better than the large kit lens too. It is easy to grab, hold, zoom and shoot. I wish that there was a special kit package that combined the Z50 with the 24-200 lens at the time I bought the camera. The Z50 is eventually going to be the backup camera. I hope to buy the Z7 II as a the primary camera so the lens would be good fit for the Z7 II. Other lenses will have to follow for special shots.
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Prior to purchasing this I had been using the Z 24-200 as my walk around lens for my my Z6, but I often felt limited by the f/4-6.3 aperture range, particularly when you realize that you only get f4 at 24mm. As soon as you zoom in, the max aperture quickly drops down, reaching f/6.3 by about 70mm. Because of this limitation I found myself only using this lens when I knew I would be shooting bright outdoor situations requiring apertures of f/6.3 or greater. Because of this I would often switch to my f/2.8 24-70 instead.Once I'd read several good reviews for the 24-120 I decided it would be a better choice for me as i much prefer having a greater aperture range than zoom capability. In fact, I noticed I seldom zoom in greater than 120mm, and on the occasions that I ... MorePrior to purchasing this I had been using the Z 24-200 as my walk around lens for my my Z6, but I often felt limited by the f/4-6.3 aperture range, particularly when you realize that you only get f4 at 24mm. As soon as you zoom in, the max aperture quickly drops down, reaching f/6.3 by about 70mm. Because of this limitation I found myself only using this lens when I knew I would be shooting bright outdoor situations requiring apertures of f/6.3 or greater. Because of this I would often switch to my f/2.8 24-70 instead.Once I'd read several good reviews for the 24-120 I decided it would be a better choice for me as i much prefer having a greater aperture range than zoom capability. In fact, I noticed I seldom zoom in greater than 120mm, and on the occasions that I know I will, I'll be using my f/2.8 70-200, or 400mm lens, because quite frankly the 24-200 really isn't very good at 200mm.I used the new 24-120 yesterday to photograph my daughter at a pumpkin patch, and I'm very pleased with the results. I'm much happier with the fixed f/4 aperture, and the 120mm zoom range is more than adequate, especially as I can use the 85mm to 105mm focal lengths, which are perfect for impromptu portraits, which you wouldn't have available with the Z 24-70 f/4. Also, the build quality of this lens is far superior to the 24-200, which I always found to be rather cheap feeling. The extra programmable function button and adjustment ring are nice to have too. I use mine for focus lock and exposure adjustment respectively.This 24-120 is definitely a keeper, and it will be my go to walk around lens from now on. I've decided to sell my 24-200 after just 18 months of use, but I will keep my original f/4 24-70 kit lens that came with my Z6, as it's equally as good in the 24-70 range, and its' lightweight, compact size is perfect for squeezing into my carry on when space is a premium.
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Note: Not a pro photographer, just a hobbyist. While I didn't Need a full-frame camera, I wanted to be able to use vintage lenses, and was willing to budget for the more expensive camera.I'm pretty happy with this camera so far. I've taken it on a short hike on a mountain trip, and found this combo to have as much reach as I needed. Pictures look great out of camera as jpegs, though I shoot raw too for when I want to change something. Nikon's NX Studio editing software makes quick work of edits, though it's not perfect.One of the reasons I chose the Z5 over the Canon RP was for the IBIS, and I was happy to adapt some old Minolta lenses and get great photos at lower shutter speeds than I was able to with my non-IBIS camera. The weather resistance of the Z5 is a ... MoreNote: Not a pro photographer, just a hobbyist. While I didn't Need a full-frame camera, I wanted to be able to use vintage lenses, and was willing to budget for the more expensive camera.I'm pretty happy with this camera so far. I've taken it on a short hike on a mountain trip, and found this combo to have as much reach as I needed. Pictures look great out of camera as jpegs, though I shoot raw too for when I want to change something. Nikon's NX Studio editing software makes quick work of edits, though it's not perfect.One of the reasons I chose the Z5 over the Canon RP was for the IBIS, and I was happy to adapt some old Minolta lenses and get great photos at lower shutter speeds than I was able to with my non-IBIS camera. The weather resistance of the Z5 is a nice bonus.Only complaint is the U1-U3 settings don't save everything, so some digging in menus is required between custom settings. Wish I could customize those settings easier.
| Earn | 3x points |
| Focal length | 24 - 70 mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/ 4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/ 22 |
| Angle of view | FX format: 84o to 34o20' DX format: 61o to 22o50' |
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens | Premium Standard Zoom | Constant f/4 | Weather-Sealed | Full-Frame Mirrorless | Landscape, Portrait & Video Lens
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I bought the Nikon Z50 with the 2 kit lenses (16-50, 50-250)and I found out that they were limited. The small one was too small and it was like looking through a periscope. The Large lens was the one that I was using almost all the time because of better optics but it was not practical for closer shots. Also, I did not like the fact that you had to turn the lenses each time to unlock them because there was a small time delay before the lens becameactive. The optics for the small lens was not as good as the large lens. I know that the kit lenses were designed to be light and OK for all shots. But in the end I needed a more professional type of lens with good close-up and good long range shots. One thing that concerned me was the fact the large kit lens would emit ... MoreI bought the Nikon Z50 with the 2 kit lenses (16-50, 50-250)and I found out that they were limited. The small one was too small and it was like looking through a periscope. The Large lens was the one that I was using almost all the time because of better optics but it was not practical for closer shots. Also, I did not like the fact that you had to turn the lenses each time to unlock them because there was a small time delay before the lens becameactive. The optics for the small lens was not as good as the large lens. I know that the kit lenses were designed to be light and OK for all shots. But in the end I needed a more professional type of lens with good close-up and good long range shots. One thing that concerned me was the fact the large kit lens would emit a rattling noise when shook at little. I was told that was designed by the factory to satisfy the VR requirement. The new 24-200 Lens has no such rattle and I can set the camera for VR anyway. The new lens operates fast and has a solid feel to it. The optics seem be a little better than the large kit lens too. It is easy to grab, hold, zoom and shoot. I wish that there was a special kit package that combined the Z50 with the 24-200 lens at the time I bought the camera. The Z50 is eventually going to be the backup camera. I hope to buy the Z7 II as a the primary camera so the lens would be good fit for the Z7 II. Other lenses will have to follow for special shots.
Prior to purchasing this I had been using the Z 24-200 as my walk around lens for my my Z6, but I often felt limited by the f/4-6.3 aperture range, particularly when you realize that you only get f4 at 24mm. As soon as you zoom in, the max aperture quickly drops down, reaching f/6.3 by about 70mm. Because of this limitation I found myself only using this lens when I knew I would be shooting bright outdoor situations requiring apertures of f/6.3 or greater. Because of this I would often switch to my f/2.8 24-70 instead.Once I'd read several good reviews for the 24-120 I decided it would be a better choice for me as i much prefer having a greater aperture range than zoom capability. In fact, I noticed I seldom zoom in greater than 120mm, and on the occasions that I ... MorePrior to purchasing this I had been using the Z 24-200 as my walk around lens for my my Z6, but I often felt limited by the f/4-6.3 aperture range, particularly when you realize that you only get f4 at 24mm. As soon as you zoom in, the max aperture quickly drops down, reaching f/6.3 by about 70mm. Because of this limitation I found myself only using this lens when I knew I would be shooting bright outdoor situations requiring apertures of f/6.3 or greater. Because of this I would often switch to my f/2.8 24-70 instead.Once I'd read several good reviews for the 24-120 I decided it would be a better choice for me as i much prefer having a greater aperture range than zoom capability. In fact, I noticed I seldom zoom in greater than 120mm, and on the occasions that I know I will, I'll be using my f/2.8 70-200, or 400mm lens, because quite frankly the 24-200 really isn't very good at 200mm.I used the new 24-120 yesterday to photograph my daughter at a pumpkin patch, and I'm very pleased with the results. I'm much happier with the fixed f/4 aperture, and the 120mm zoom range is more than adequate, especially as I can use the 85mm to 105mm focal lengths, which are perfect for impromptu portraits, which you wouldn't have available with the Z 24-70 f/4. Also, the build quality of this lens is far superior to the 24-200, which I always found to be rather cheap feeling. The extra programmable function button and adjustment ring are nice to have too. I use mine for focus lock and exposure adjustment respectively.This 24-120 is definitely a keeper, and it will be my go to walk around lens from now on. I've decided to sell my 24-200 after just 18 months of use, but I will keep my original f/4 24-70 kit lens that came with my Z6, as it's equally as good in the 24-70 range, and its' lightweight, compact size is perfect for squeezing into my carry on when space is a premium.
Note: Not a pro photographer, just a hobbyist. While I didn't Need a full-frame camera, I wanted to be able to use vintage lenses, and was willing to budget for the more expensive camera.I'm pretty happy with this camera so far. I've taken it on a short hike on a mountain trip, and found this combo to have as much reach as I needed. Pictures look great out of camera as jpegs, though I shoot raw too for when I want to change something. Nikon's NX Studio editing software makes quick work of edits, though it's not perfect.One of the reasons I chose the Z5 over the Canon RP was for the IBIS, and I was happy to adapt some old Minolta lenses and get great photos at lower shutter speeds than I was able to with my non-IBIS camera. The weather resistance of the Z5 is a ... MoreNote: Not a pro photographer, just a hobbyist. While I didn't Need a full-frame camera, I wanted to be able to use vintage lenses, and was willing to budget for the more expensive camera.I'm pretty happy with this camera so far. I've taken it on a short hike on a mountain trip, and found this combo to have as much reach as I needed. Pictures look great out of camera as jpegs, though I shoot raw too for when I want to change something. Nikon's NX Studio editing software makes quick work of edits, though it's not perfect.One of the reasons I chose the Z5 over the Canon RP was for the IBIS, and I was happy to adapt some old Minolta lenses and get great photos at lower shutter speeds than I was able to with my non-IBIS camera. The weather resistance of the Z5 is a nice bonus.Only complaint is the U1-U3 settings don't save everything, so some digging in menus is required between custom settings. Wish I could customize those settings easier.
I use this lens primarily for portraits (mostly at the 120mm focal length) and pro video. This would make a perfect wedding and event lens (provided you don't need the extra stop). I used to shoot weddings and events with the 24-120 g, I would've loved this S version if I would still be shooting wedding and event photography. It's fantastic for everyday, candid photo use, and travel if you don't mind the weight ( it is actually not heavy for a lens with this IQ and this zoom range with the constant f4 aperture).The lens is sharp at all focal lengths, the rendering of colors and bokeh is very pleasing. The focus seems to be fast, it's just the camera that I use, the Z6, that often focuses too slowly for me and not so accurately compared to my Sony a7c that I use ... MoreI use this lens primarily for portraits (mostly at the 120mm focal length) and pro video. This would make a perfect wedding and event lens (provided you don't need the extra stop). I used to shoot weddings and events with the 24-120 g, I would've loved this S version if I would still be shooting wedding and event photography. It's fantastic for everyday, candid photo use, and travel if you don't mind the weight ( it is actually not heavy for a lens with this IQ and this zoom range with the constant f4 aperture).The lens is sharp at all focal lengths, the rendering of colors and bokeh is very pleasing. The focus seems to be fast, it's just the camera that I use, the Z6, that often focuses too slowly for me and not so accurately compared to my Sony a7c that I use for traveling. I love the quality of the images from Nikon cameras more than from the Sony cameras which are pretty good, but Nikon images have life while Sony's are simply good, so that's why I still shoot with Nikon for portraits and pro video despite the inferior AF. I am waiting for the Z6 iii which I hope will have autofocus that competes with the Sony and Canon AF mirrorless cameras.This is an amazing lens, I'm so happy that Nikon made this going up to 120mm and not 105mm as I expected. I love the 120mm focal length when I shoot outdoor portraits, especially for babies and kids, and I actually prefer the f4 aperture (over f1.8-2.8) on a FF camera for outdoor portraits and for video.
I was hesitant to buy this lens at first but I needed a little more reach for traveling. I had a Nikon 24-70mm but it just didn't have the reach I was hoping for, so I bought the 24-120 that served me well for many years. I recently purchased a Nikon Z9 and with a couple of the larger zoom telephotos coupled with the Z9, I found that this old man just couldn't carry that camera coupled with a big telephoto around for any length of time. I recently purchased the 24-200mm lens and thought I would try it around the neighborhood before heading to Europe on vacation. I also have a Nikon D850 and was contemplating using that camera because of the weight difference but really wanted to use the Z9. Well, I think the Z9 with the 24-200mm is a match made in heaven. The ... MoreI was hesitant to buy this lens at first but I needed a little more reach for traveling. I had a Nikon 24-70mm but it just didn't have the reach I was hoping for, so I bought the 24-120 that served me well for many years. I recently purchased a Nikon Z9 and with a couple of the larger zoom telephotos coupled with the Z9, I found that this old man just couldn't carry that camera coupled with a big telephoto around for any length of time. I recently purchased the 24-200mm lens and thought I would try it around the neighborhood before heading to Europe on vacation. I also have a Nikon D850 and was contemplating using that camera because of the weight difference but really wanted to use the Z9. Well, I think the Z9 with the 24-200mm is a match made in heaven. The combination is not as heavy as I thought it would be and the 24-200mm is razor sharp. The rotation of the lens barrel is smooth and solid and is really a sleeper of a perfect lens. The extra reach I get from this lens is perfect for me. What I can't get as far as extra distance, I can make up for in post processing. I don't regret for a second purchasing this lens and can't wait for my next vacation.
I purchased the new Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S Lens from B&H back in June of this year. Admittedly, I was somewhat skeptical at first of all the positive reviews and accolades this lens had received since its release.The fact is I already own the Nikkor Z 2.8 trinity which are absolutely incredible in every way. But I thought I would give this lens a try as we were scheduled to go on a Mediterranean Cruise in September 2022, and the Nikkor Z 24-120 F4 S lens sounded like it would be a great travel lens.Well, I must say I was absolutely blown away by this lens!It is one of the sharpest Nikon lenses I have ever owned and used, and I dare say it rivals the Nikkor Z 24-70 F2.8 S in terms of sharpness. Build quality is excellent, tolerances are tight, and it is ... MoreI purchased the new Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S Lens from B&H back in June of this year. Admittedly, I was somewhat skeptical at first of all the positive reviews and accolades this lens had received since its release.The fact is I already own the Nikkor Z 2.8 trinity which are absolutely incredible in every way. But I thought I would give this lens a try as we were scheduled to go on a Mediterranean Cruise in September 2022, and the Nikkor Z 24-120 F4 S lens sounded like it would be a great travel lens.Well, I must say I was absolutely blown away by this lens!It is one of the sharpest Nikon lenses I have ever owned and used, and I dare say it rivals the Nikkor Z 24-70 F2.8 S in terms of sharpness. Build quality is excellent, tolerances are tight, and it is well-balanced when mounted on my Nikon Z9.Given, that this is about half the price of the Nikkor Z 24-70 F2.8 S, this lens is quite a bargain! Also, the extra zoom capacity to 120MM is a great advantage, in my opinionI still love my Nikkor Z f2.8 trinity, but the Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S Lens is a keeper!
Chances are, like me, you own the 24-200 Nikon and are wondering if this lens is worth the upgrade. As a landscape/nature photographer, I'll give you my reasons why I upgraded to this lens. First of all, the 24-120 focuses MUCH closer than any previous zoom in its class. This was a game-changer for me. It's almost at 1/2 life-size and with a minor crop, it comes close to 3/4 life-size. Second, it's an S lens, meaning it's built to take on nasty weather conditions. I have complete confidence when photographing in the rain. Third, it's scary sharp. Not just the center but all the way to the edges and corners. And at all focal lengths. Now the 24-200 is a very good lens...probably the best super zoom on the market. It's light and compact too. Plus it goes to 200mm ... MoreChances are, like me, you own the 24-200 Nikon and are wondering if this lens is worth the upgrade. As a landscape/nature photographer, I'll give you my reasons why I upgraded to this lens. First of all, the 24-120 focuses MUCH closer than any previous zoom in its class. This was a game-changer for me. It's almost at 1/2 life-size and with a minor crop, it comes close to 3/4 life-size. Second, it's an S lens, meaning it's built to take on nasty weather conditions. I have complete confidence when photographing in the rain. Third, it's scary sharp. Not just the center but all the way to the edges and corners. And at all focal lengths. Now the 24-200 is a very good lens...probably the best super zoom on the market. It's light and compact too. Plus it goes to 200mm which is a strong point in its favor. But it does not have the advantages that I feel are important that I listed above for the 24-120. And finally, because of the advantages I've listed, I'm able to trade in my 105 macro Z lens and my 24-200 to help pay for the 100-400 zoom, so I won't miss the 200mm anymore. Thanks to B&H for the usual great service, including the trade-in system!
This lens has met my expectations, which were high based on the excellent reviews I had read about it. Build quality is very good indeed, feels very solid despite largely plastic construction. I've taken a few hundred images with the lens thus far, under varied lighting conditions. Autofocus is very quick and accurate, even in pre-sunrise twilight in the Everglades.Closeup performance is excellent. While clearly not a macro lens, I was able to photograph tree snails in the Everglades handheld at 1/60 sec, f/16 at 120mm at minimum focus distance with very satisfactory results.Wide angle scenics at sunrise with the sun in the frame? No problem, flare is remarkably well controlled, results very pleasing indeed. With this lens and a Z 14-30mm, my landscape shooting ... MoreThis lens has met my expectations, which were high based on the excellent reviews I had read about it. Build quality is very good indeed, feels very solid despite largely plastic construction. I've taken a few hundred images with the lens thus far, under varied lighting conditions. Autofocus is very quick and accurate, even in pre-sunrise twilight in the Everglades.Closeup performance is excellent. While clearly not a macro lens, I was able to photograph tree snails in the Everglades handheld at 1/60 sec, f/16 at 120mm at minimum focus distance with very satisfactory results.Wide angle scenics at sunrise with the sun in the frame? No problem, flare is remarkably well controlled, results very pleasing indeed. With this lens and a Z 14-30mm, my landscape shooting is completely covered.,I cannot recommend this lens enough, which B&H got to me in one day with their usual excellent service.
I got this lens primarily for its f/4 maximum aperture. While my Nikkor 24-200 is longer at the telephoto end, I find its f/6.3 maximum aperture at 200mm to be limiting in less than ideal light.For example, I shot the attached image of a Black Vulture in deep shade at a local wildlife park. The camera settings were ISO 400, 1/80 at 120mm. I zoomed into this completely unedited raw file to 157% magnification to demonstrate the incredible detail this lens captured using the Nikon Z7II. The combination of the Z7II's in-body stabilizer with the relatively fast aperture of the 24-120, allowed me to shoot at a very clean ISO 400 and still keep the shutter speed high enough to avoid camera shake. And while I could've used my 70-200 f/2.8, that lens is much heavier and ... MoreI got this lens primarily for its f/4 maximum aperture. While my Nikkor 24-200 is longer at the telephoto end, I find its f/6.3 maximum aperture at 200mm to be limiting in less than ideal light.For example, I shot the attached image of a Black Vulture in deep shade at a local wildlife park. The camera settings were ISO 400, 1/80 at 120mm. I zoomed into this completely unedited raw file to 157% magnification to demonstrate the incredible detail this lens captured using the Nikon Z7II. The combination of the Z7II's in-body stabilizer with the relatively fast aperture of the 24-120, allowed me to shoot at a very clean ISO 400 and still keep the shutter speed high enough to avoid camera shake. And while I could've used my 70-200 f/2.8, that lens is much heavier and lacks a true wide angle focal length.in closing, a lens this versatile and this sharp should be in every Nikon Z photographer's camera bag. Better yet, just put it on your camera and leave it there. Its combination of light weight, focal range, and f/4 max aperture, make ideally suited as a carry all day walk around lens. And it's fun to shoot!
In converting from F to Z-mount lenses I was looking to replace my 24-70 f/2.8G with one of four Z options: 24-70 f/4 S, 24-70 f/2.8 S, 24-120 f/4 S, and 24-200 f/4-6.3 VR.Comparison points were: 1) focal length range, 2) optical quality, 3) image quality (IQ), 4) build quality, 5) size, 6) weight, 7) handling and features, and 8) price. All four lenses render good images and any one of them would be nice to have. So in the end it came down to my personal choice for what to compromise. My final decision prioritized the better optics, IQ, and the faster constant aperture of the 24-120 over the reach and VR of the 24-200.The one thing I do not like about the 24-120 (and most Z zooms) is the trombone effect of the lens barrel extending while zooming. Just plain ... MoreIn converting from F to Z-mount lenses I was looking to replace my 24-70 f/2.8G with one of four Z options: 24-70 f/4 S, 24-70 f/2.8 S, 24-120 f/4 S, and 24-200 f/4-6.3 VR.Comparison points were: 1) focal length range, 2) optical quality, 3) image quality (IQ), 4) build quality, 5) size, 6) weight, 7) handling and features, and 8) price. All four lenses render good images and any one of them would be nice to have. So in the end it came down to my personal choice for what to compromise. My final decision prioritized the better optics, IQ, and the faster constant aperture of the 24-120 over the reach and VR of the 24-200.The one thing I do not like about the 24-120 (and most Z zooms) is the trombone effect of the lens barrel extending while zooming. Just plain ugly! Regardless of the reasons for this design, the look harkens back to yesteryear when the trombone style hallmarked inferior zooms. And though even the excellent 24-70 f/2.8 G extends to zoom, its extension is short enough to be hidden within the lenshood. It is interesting to me that not one official Nikon Z lens product photo shows a Nikkor zoom extended. Mayhaps Nikon, too, thinks extended lenses look dime-store and displeasing to the eye. Please note that my five star rating is for performance, not looks.That gripe aside, this 24-120 lens is a pleasure to use and it does produce beautiful, acute images. Mine is mounted on a Z 7II where it makes a splendid go-to, easy carry, and useful lens. It takes a lot of experimentation and hundreds, if not thousands, of images to learn how to employ a lens to its potential. For me that is a fun process and I still have a aways to go with this lens. But one thing I have learned is that at f/4, 120mm, and @ 1.5' (minimum working distance = 1.2') it can render a soft fade from a sharply focused subject to the background.Here are the lens settings for the accompanying photos. 1) Ginger in doorway 120mm f/4; 2) Sonia roses 95mm f/4; 3) Ginger backlit 120mm f/4; Yellow rose 120mm f/5.6; Ginger rolling in dryer-warm fresh sheets 120mm f/4.
| Earn | 3x points |
| Focal length | 24 - 70 mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/ 4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/ 22 |
| Angle of view | FX format: 84o to 34o20' DX format: 61o to 22o50' |
