Nikon AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED vs Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED is lighter by 695g.
- Nikon AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED goes wider (10mm vs 14mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED reaches further (24mm vs 10mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED is the newer design (2007 vs 2003).
| Spec | AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED | AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Wide Zoom |
| Focal length | 10mm (wider) | 14-24mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Format | aps-c | full-frame |
| Groups | 7 | 11 |
| Af motor | none | SWM |
| Elements | 10 | 14 |
| Weight g | 305.0 (lighter) | 1000.0 |
| Length mm | 62.5 | 131.5 |
| Diameter mm | 63.0 | 98.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.14 (closer focusing) | 0.28 |
| Blades | n/a | 9 |
Nikon AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor 10.5mm f/2.8G ED
A 2003 diagonal fisheye designed for Nikon DX bodies, giving a 180-degree view across the frame diagonal. It has a built-in hood and no front filter thread.
Pros
- 180-degree diagonal view on DX
- Close focus to 0.14m
- Compact at about 305g
- Built-in hood
Cons
- DX only; vignettes on full frame
- No front filters
- Fisheye distortion is not for every subject
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
A professional ultra-wide zoom for Nikon FX cameras with a constant f/2.8 aperture. The bulbous front element does not accept screw-in filters.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Very sharp
- Ultra-wide 14mm
- Nano Crystal Coat
Cons
- No front filter thread
- Bulky (1 kg)