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Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S
- 24-120mm
- f/4.0
- Zoom
- 630 g
- Min focus 0.35 m
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Quick answer
A versatile standard zoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with a constant f/4 aperture and a longer range than the 24-70mm f/4.
Pros
- Constant f/4
- Long 24-120mm range
- Weather-sealed
- Sharp
Cons
- Larger than the 24-70 f/4 (630 g)
- Relies on in-camera corrections
Verdict
A good do-it-all lens for Z full-frame.
About this lens
The Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S is a standard zoom lens covering 24-120mm at f/4 for Nikon Z mount cameras. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon Z
- Focal length
- 24-120mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2021
- Optical construction
- 16 elements in 13 groups
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.35 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.4x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 630 g
- Length
- 118 mm
- Diameter
- 84 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S?
- Travel
- General use
- Video
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
Is the Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S weather sealed?
Yes. It has dust and drip resistance as an S-Line lens, which suits travel and outdoor shooting.
Does the Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S have VR?
No. It relies on in-body stabilization on Z cameras that offer it. On bodies without IBIS, use a faster shutter speed.
What filter size does the Z 24-120mm f/4 S use?
It uses 77mm filters. Check the thread size before buying polarizers or ND filters so they fit without step-up rings.
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