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AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR
- 24-120mm
- f/4.0
- Zoom
- Stabilized
- 710 g
- Min focus 0.45 m
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Quick answer
A constant-f/4 standard zoom for Nikon FX cameras with vibration reduction, popular as a walk-around lens.
Pros
- Constant f/4
- Vibration reduction
- Useful 24-120mm range
Cons
- Distortion at 24mm
- Slower than f/2.8
Verdict
A practical, versatile zoom for full-frame Nikon DSLRs.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR is a standard zoom lens covering 24-120mm at f/4 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. A general-purpose full-frame zoom with Vibration Reduction and a constant f/4 aperture.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 24-120mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2010
- Optical construction
- 17 elements in 13 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.45 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.24x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 710 g
- Length
- 103.5 mm
- Diameter
- 84 mm
Specification source: imaging.nikon.com
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR?
- Travel
- Events
- General FX use
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 24–120mm | 17.1–73.7° | 20.4–84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 36–180mm | 11.4–53.1° | 13.7–62° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Nikon AF-S 24-120mm f/4G have VR?
Yes. Vibration reduction helps with handheld shots at 120mm, particularly in dim light.
Is the AF-S 24-120mm f/4G a full-frame lens?
Yes, it is an FX lens and works on DX as a 36-180mm-equivalent lens. On FX bodies you get its full field of view; DX bodies apply a 1.5x crop factor.
AF-S 24-120mm f/4G vs 24-70mm f/2.8: which should I buy?
The 24-120 has more range and VR. The 24-70 is brighter at f/2.8 and sharper.
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