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AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
- 14-24mm
- f/2.8
- Wide Zoom
- 1000 g
- Min focus 0.28 m
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Quick answer
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)
Verdict
A well-known ultra-wide zoom, still popular with astro shooters.
About this lens
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED: a fast wide-angle zoom lens with a 14-24mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, made for Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. A professional ultra-wide zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture, popular for landscapes and astrophotography.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 14-24mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2007
- Optical construction
- 14 elements in 11 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.28 m
- Weight
- 1000 g
- Length
- 131.5 mm
- Diameter
- 98 mm
Specification source: imaging.nikon.com
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED?
- Landscapes
- Astrophotography
- Architecture
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 14–24mm | 73.7–104.3° | 84.1–114.2° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 21–36mm | 53.1–81.2° | 62–91.7° |
Frequently asked questions
Can you use filters on the Nikon AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G?
Not in front. The bulbous front element prevents screw-in filters; third-party holder systems exist.
Can the AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G be used on Nikon Z cameras?
Yes, with the FTZ or FTZ II adapter. Autofocus works because the lens has its own focus motor.
Is the AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G a full-frame lens?
Yes. It is an FX lens, and on DX it frames like a 21-36mm lens. On FX bodies you get its full field of view; DX bodies apply a 1.5x crop factor.
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