Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24-120mm F4 G ED VR

Nikon 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Review

Gary Wolstenholme takes a look at how the new 24-120mm f/4G ED VR performs.

VG lens

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great balanced lens

"I have been working with the Sigma 16 - 250mm F/3.5-6.3 lens for the last few years to make things simple. I realized I wanted more control over the f stop, and that the full zoom wasn't used as much as I thought.

Very good walk-about lens

The previous effort by Nikon on this lens was a dud. This lens is noticeably better in all respect. I really like the zoom range of 24-120mm and although f/4 is not as good in low light as f/2.8 24-70mm, it's still a ideal compromise of reach, usability and low light capability.

The only lens that travels with me, when I want to travel light.

I was torn between the 24-70 f/2.8 and this one. Budget restriction and VR tipped the scale and I went for the 24-120 f/4. And what a good choice it was! I have a (brand new) D800E and the combination is awesome. The 24-120 f/4 actually delivers sharp (very!

it works nice with a D750. before I had a D7100 and 1-140 (210 53mm eq.) so now I miss the long end. maybe I go for the 28-300 some day.

I worried about image quality, but now my favourite len

When you think about it, zoom lenses were always about compromise. You trade a little image quality for the flexibility of being able to change your focal length 'on the fly' without removing the lens. Glad to say, those days are now gone.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Review (Review Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR)

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR is the standard zoom lens for full-frame Nikon cameras. It has solid range and image quality, but shows quite a bit of distortion.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR ($1,299.95 direct) has long been the standard zoom lens for full-frame Nikon cameras . Only recently has it been joined by a lesser-priced counterpart, the AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR .

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Review

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR is the standard zoom lens for full-frame Nikon cameras. It has solid range and image quality, but shows quite a bit of distortion. The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR ($1,099.95) is one of a handful of standard zoom lenses for its full-frame SLR series. It sits above the AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR and below the AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR in both price and performance, offering a longer zoom range than both and an f-stop that stays the same as you zoom. It's a solid choice as a starter lens, but pro users will likely gravitate toward the shorter, faster 24-70mm. If you're willing to look at third-party options, the Sigma 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM doesn't have the same range, but is a couple of hundred dollars cheaper and exhibits less distortion. Design The lens itself is pretty compact, especially when you consider its zoom range. It measures 4.1 by 3.3 inches (HD) at the 24mm position, weighs just under 1.5 pounds, and supports 77mm front filters. The barrel telescopes out as you zoom, roughly doubling in length at 120mm. A bayonet mount hood is included, along with front and rear caps and...