Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black) Imported
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The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens is a fast aperture standard zoom lens designed for photojournalism and general photography. Optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (full-frame) and DX-format image sensors, this lens also includes two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses that help control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings.
The Silent Wave Motor (SWM) feature provides swift autofocus with superior accuracy and ultra-quiet operation. This G-type lens does not feature an aperture ring on the lens body, resulting in a lighter and more compact lens. Aperture changes are designed to be done via the camera's command dial.
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AF-S feature is not supported by certain older camera models. Please
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"G" type lenses are not fully compatible with the F4, N90-series, N70, N8008-series and N6006 (or older model) cameras, only programmed auto or shutter-priority auto exposure mode can be used.
- Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast.
- Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat further reduces ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity.
- Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range.
- Rugged construction and professional-grade dust and moisture resistance.
- M/A Focus Mode switch enables quick response to changing situations between Auto and Manual focus operation.
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 24 - 70 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format Compatibility |
Nikon FX/35mm Film Nikon DX |
| Angle of View |
84° - 34° DX Picture Angle: 61° - 22° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.25' (38 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.27x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:3.7 |
| Groups/Elements | 11/15 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 77 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.3 x 5.2" (8.38 x 13.21 cm) |
| Weight | 1.98 lb (900 g) |
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Ratings Distribution
99%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (1100)
- Strong construction (779)
- Consistent output (677)
- Durable (655)
- Rugged (509)
Cons
- Heavy (482)
- Pricey / poor value (23)
- Pricey (11)
- Blurry focus (8)
- Pricey but worth it (7)
Best Uses
- Weddings (483)
- Low light (450)
- Landscape/scenery (421)
- Night photography (416)
- General purpose (303)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (246), Photo enthusiast (212), Pro photographer (154), Enthusiast (129), Semi-professional (123)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (423), Yes (19)
Most Liked Positive Review
BELIEVE THE HYPE!!
As a preface to the review let me say that I am a full-time professional photojournalist and publish images weekly in glossy magazines and newspapers in most major countries. That being said, this review ...Read complete review
As a preface to the review let me say that I am a full-time professional photojournalist and publish images weekly in glossy magazines and newspapers in most major countries. That being said, this review is for anyone interested but the application of the lens falls in the realm of "heavy use" under ALL conditions (Rain, humidity, sand, dust, heat, cold, inside my bag on my shoulder)
I have written before that I typically HATE zoom lenses because I am a snob for primes. Though, I believe Nikon has always produced superb zoom lenses in very utilitarian focal lengths for professionals and discriminating amateurs alike.
I Read the reviews and not surprised at the raves! So I headed to my local to rent this lens for a week-long assignment. I ended up buying this lens and yanking my deposit on a 24mm f1.4 having been so pleased.
Also, keep in mind I owned the 17-35 2.8 and the 28-70 2.8 years ago and loved them both but always considered them like hammers....just to get a job done. So I have solid footing in comparing the lens to previous Nikon zooms used in the same setting
* Build & Quality is Second only to something Zeiss, or Leica makes. For an AF professional lens, it is WORTH EVERY PENNY in this department. Well balanced in your hand, Sturdy "drum-tight" construction with ample seals. The circumference of the lens makes handling a snap both on and off the body especially considering the weight. Nikon scored BIG with the design in that typically lenses in this class and aperture rating are short and fat and of course relatively heavy. Though not at all excessive, the weight is a reality of producing incredible images and even many amateurs have come to realize a little extra weight in the bag is well worth it.
The focus ring surface is tacky, and moves smoothly when rotated. Silent with no hesitations. There is enough resistance for fast accurate manual adjustments.
The Zoom Ring is PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT!!! For me, I wish my 70-200 VRII Zoom Ring was as good! Smooth as butter with the perfect calibration of resistance. Close your eyes and practice you can practically hit the mark as you go from 24 to 70. The reduced circumference of the lens makes zooming the full range a precise single steady turn. Its the first lens I have been able to zoom while using my AF rear focus switch and get EVERY SHOT in focus on the first time. Again, the rubber is tacky and textured with a beveled edge for using your thumb or full hand or any style to get effective turns fast and accurate over a wide surface.
*The supplied accessories are as usual for Nikon; Excellent. The hood is easy to engage with wide threads and finally a decent lock that wont back out on you. I don't use the carry case but its certainly a nice supplied accessory made of ballistic nylon. I have seen shooters use them in the field for years without any problems so I guess they are rather useful.
* IMAGE QUALITY: well, I rented first as stated before and that sample knocked my socks off!! I tested my sample in the field and in my studio for a couple weeks now and they are the same. I Can't find a weakness in a single aperture for this lens at any focal length. Images are sharp with color reproduction being spot on! The bokeh produced is excellent at all focal lengths to boot.
I have opted for Wide Open 2.8 in Many instances where a flash could have easily been used. As many know 2.8 can be a nail-biter for press shooters at that shallow DOF we get worried and I can tell you this lens has earned my total trust. Images shot wide open are TACK SHARP!
*AF SYSTEM: As fast as can be. NEVER a problem keeping up even in high contrast and tricky situations. Unbelievably quiet you have to just engage the AF and look at the distance scale for fun!
Well that's my .02 and I am not a professional review guy so if I left anything out now let me say I have No Complaints ONLY RAVES. I LOVE THIS LENS AND FULLY TRUST IT.
There is NOTHING WORSE when you combine the variables of conditions and operator error etc with gear that can't be relied upon EVERY TIME. Well, this lens lets you worry about the externals and you can rest assured when you pull this out of your bag its all about YOU and the situation you are shooting.
5 stars across the board
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Most Liked Negative Review
Beware of stiff zoom ring problems
Optically outstanding from 30-60mm; "primelike" Image Quality.
Beware of stiff zoom ring problems, sometimes right out of the box. Mine developed an increasingly stiff zoom ring. A review ...Read complete review
Optically outstanding from 30-60mm; "primelike" Image Quality.
Beware of stiff zoom ring problems, sometimes right out of the box. Mine developed an increasingly stiff zoom ring. A review shows that this is a disturbingly common 24-70 problem (do a google search: "Nikon 24-70 zoom ring problem"). While some of the stiff zoom rings were repaired under warranty, many were not. Nikon will then claim "impact damage" as the cause, even if the only impact had been taking the lens off and on the camera and other types of "normal use".
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Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
very nice. focus is quick and quiet. but it s is very heavy. The 2.8 aperture work well for my needs.I am happy with the lens except when I have to carry it around the park.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
I use this lens for almost every shoot. I use it while shooting for the local daily, weddings on weekends and portraits. I see that some complain about the weight. No way! Its a solid, well balance piece of glass. If you can't lift this thing, I would seriously consider getting a membership at you local gym.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
I use it in my work, wedding photography.
Its a great lens in light, sharpness and angle.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
Although I just got the lens and used it few times it has produced some stunningly clean shots. I is superb lens in low light situations too.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Pricey but worth it
Best Uses
- Fashion
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Portrait
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
This is hands down the best lens I have in my bag. It is very very sharp and super fast. This lens is sharper then all my primes, which was something I worried about going with a zoom. The focal length is perfect on my D90(while I wait for the D400) and works just as great on my F5 when I shoot film. The only real con to me was price, but it is worth every penny.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
great addition to my 70-200 1:2.8 lens to get closer for sports shots. also great for any indoor photos where flash can't be used.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
It's all been said, razor sharp, beautiful contrast and bokeh. My primary lens on my D700.
Some reviews complain about the lens being heavy. My combo is no lightweight but feels rugged and durable. If you can get the money together, just buy it. You will not be disappointed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
Works great with Wedding shoots, with the zoom.
awesome to have that extra f stop to play with super quick focus, even on a D90.
Little bit bulky but much better then it's predecessor.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
Best Uses
- General Purpose
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
Replaced my aging 28-70 with this expecting only modest improvements. Expectations exceeded, even sharper, slightly better contrast, and subjectively faster focus. Certainly quieter. I'm also appreciating the slightly smaller overall diameter -- still not exactly discrete, but not quite the beast its predecessor was.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
This lens is spectacular and really lives up to the hype. Great job Nikon!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
Fast autofocus and great all around lens. I use it for wildlife and family photos. Great in low light. I haven't gotten used to the direction I need to turn the lens to attach it to my camera body as it is opposite of the way that all my other lenses have been on my film SLR cameras. I use this with a Nikon D700 DSLR body.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
I do a lot of general photography, from nature, travel, sports, family and on. This lense is perfect for taking these general photographs. It produces well defined, and true to color results, and because its a 2.8 using it with my D700 presents no problems at all. I have nothing but good things to say about the lense and of course where I bought B&H is the best place to purchase your equipment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
I love the versatility of this lens. It allows you to get the wide shots, but also zoom in to get some of the more detailed shots you need.
It's a great lens to have when you need some flexibility.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great image quality
- Practical
Cons
Best Uses
- Best zoom for Boxing
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
I have a 50mm f/1.8G (better than the f/1.4) and a 85mm f/1.4G, so I was thinking that perhaps to buy the 24mm F/1.4G was the next logical step for me, but after my daughter last birthay party I realized that I need the 24-70 f/2.8 zoom.
I understand that the quality of primes is unmatched, and I'm going to continue to use them when I want an artistic look with superior bokeh; but when you are photographing a party and you have not time to constantly change lenses, nothing is better than the 24-70 f/2.8 zoom, a lens that without compromising quality, allows you to don't miss those precious moments. After reading all this reviews, finally I understood why I must buy the 24-70 zoom.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
It's like having SIX f2.8 prime lens in one package. Well worth the price for convenience.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
Blown away by its sharpness, even wide open. Pixel peep all you want, there is no better than this. And stop carping about the weight. You're either serious about the craft or not. Free at last from the crummy results from "consumer" and "pro-sumer" lenses from Nikon... No matter what the egotistical child Ken Rockwell says. Just buy it and get over the cost. Start working out at the gym to have the strength to carry it around. Above all, just shut up and start taking pictures!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Street photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
Glass with great versatility...from portraiture to landscape. Often use this as a "street lens," not inconspicuous but not too conspicuous affording much utility. I use this on both FX and DX cameras.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
This is he lens i always carry in my camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
Extremely sharp fully open, very versatile, perfectly balanced in terms of weight on a D700 with/without the battery grip, this is a must have for pros who want a fast-focusing, versatile and all-around low-light performing lens.
The only comment is that the isn't as lovely as my prime lenses but I didn't buy the 24-70mm for that reason.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Anything except telephoto
Comments about Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens (Black):
Got great results with my 24-120 f4. This is a major step up.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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