Quick answer
Nikon's 2003 DX ultra-wide zoom with a constant f/4 aperture. It uses a 77mm filter thread.
Pros
- Constant f/4
- Internal focus
- ED glass
- SWM
Cons
- No VR
- Large front element
- Narrower than the 10-24mm at the wide end
Verdict
A pro-built DX wide with a constant aperture.
About this lens
This 12-24mm f/4 APS-C wide-angle zoom lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. An ultra-wide zoom for Nikon DX cameras, suited to landscapes and interiors.
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 12-24mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2003
- Optical construction
- 11 elements in 7 groups
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.3 m
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 465 g
- Length
- 90 mm
- Diameter
- 82.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED?
- Landscapes
- Interiors
- Architecture
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 18–36mm | 53.1–90° | 62–100.5° |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 12-24mm f/4G field of view on DX?
About 18-36mm equivalent, a wide to short normal range.
Does the 12-24mm f/4G have a constant aperture?
Yes, f/4 throughout the zoom range.
Does it fit FX cameras?
It works in DX crop mode only; FX corners vignette.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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