AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED
- 24mm
- f/1.8
- Prime
- 355 g
- Min focus 0.23 m
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Quick answer
The AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED is a fast wide prime for Nikon FX cameras with an extra-low dispersion element and Nano Crystal Coat. Light and compact.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Light (355 g)
- Sharp
- Nano Crystal Coat
Cons
- Visible distortion
- No VR
- Plastic body
Verdict
A good 24mm for FX.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 24mm at f/1.8 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 24mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2015
- Optical construction
- 12 elements in 9 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.23 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.2x
- Filter thread
- 72 mm
- Weight
- 355 g
- Length
- 83 mm
- Diameter
- 77.5 mm
Specification source: imaging.nikon.com
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED?
- Landscape
- Interiors
- Night sky
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
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 | 24mm | 73.7° | 84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 36mm | 53.1° | 62° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the AF-S 24mm f/1.8G ED a full-frame lens?
Yes. It is an FX lens and works on DX bodies as a 36mm-equivalent lens. On FX bodies you get its full field of view; DX bodies apply a 1.5x crop factor.
Is the AF-S 24mm f/1.8G ED good for astrophotography?
Reasonably, though coma shows toward the corners at f/1.8. Stopping down a stop helps.
AF-S 24mm f/1.8G vs 24mm f/1.4G: which should I buy?
The 1.4G is a stop faster but heavier. The 1.8G is lighter and has the same field of view.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.