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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°

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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.

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