Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED Review
The AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED ($1,999.95) is a fast wide-angle lens for Nikon SLRs. It's the widest f/1.4 prime in the Nikkor lens family, and can focus close so you can capture images with a shallow depth of field. If you're looking for a fast wide-angle lens, it's a solid choice, but one that comes with a premium price tag. If you're willing to sacrifice some light-gathering capability, the AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED ($676.95 at Amazon) is a solid alternative that's far less expensive. If you don't want to sacrifice the f/1.4 aperture, look at the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM Art ($849.00 at Amazon) , which earns Editors' Choice marks thanks to its mix of performance and price.
DesignThe Nikkor 24mm ($1,796.95 at Amazon) measures 3.5 by 3.3 inches (HD), weighs about 1.4 pounds, and supports 77mm front filters. The barrel is finished in black polycarbonate with gold accents, with a rubberized manual focus ring and a single toggle switch that turns the autofocus system on or off. A re...
The AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED is a fast wide-angle lens for Nikon SLRs, but it's expensive.
Wide f/1.4 maximum aperture; Captures crisp images; 9.8-inch close focus; Full-frame coverage
Dim corners at wide aperture; Edge softness at f/1.4; Shows some barrel distortion; Not stabilized; Pricey