Description
VR technology helps eliminate image blur caused by camera shake, particularly when shooting in low-light conditions, allowing photographers to use shutter speeds about three times slower than they would ordinarily use to get sharp, well exposed images.
Another feature of the AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED lens is Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor Technology for fast, accurate and nearly silent focusing
In addition to Vibration Reduction, the AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED lens includes a selection of Nikon advanced technologies such as Manual/Automatic mode, two Extra Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements and two Aspheric lens elements, Silent Wave Motor Technology (SWM), Internal Focusing construction (IF), Super Integrated Coating (S-IC) and G-Type design.
The G-Type feature is designed for the newest Nikon 35mm and digital SLR models that allow aperture control directly from the camera body. The design facilitates better lens handling and helps photographers keep a more positive grip on the camera. This firmer grip and balance helps photographers get sharper images, even as they adjust exposure and quickly shoot their pictures.
Distance Technology (included in D-type and G-type Nikkor lenses) provides precise distance information from the lens. This information is incorporated into exposure calculations for both ambient light and flash illumination, as well as combinations of both. The distance information enables more precise calculations, leading to improved exposure control.
Features
• VR operation offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops faster at 120mm
• 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements for minimized chromatic aberration
• Nikon D-Type design provides precise distance information for flash and ambient light exposure processes
• G Type DX Nikkor is designed exclusively for use with Nikon SLR models where aperture is controlled from body
• 2 Aspherical lens element for low distortion
• Internal Focus (IF) design for smoother focusing and great body balance
• Rounded diaphragm to make out-of-focus elements appear more natural
• Compact and lightweight
• Fully compatible with D1X, D1H, D100, F5, F100, N80, N75 and N65
Specifications
Construction: 13 Groups/ 15 Elements 2 Aspheric
Angle of view: 84°-20° 30'
F stop range 3.5-22
Closest Focusing Distance: 1.6 ft.
Maximum Magnification: 1.47 (x0.21)
Filter Size: 72mm
Dimensions (Length x Diameter): 3.7 x 3 in.
Weight Approx: 20.3 oz.
Item Includes
• HB-25 Flower Type Lens Hood,
• Rear and Front Lens Caps
Reviews
Best of Two Worlds, June 2, 2009
By J. Haynes (San Jose, CA United States)
Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED IF Autofocus VR Nikkor Zoom Lens
Since my photographic interest cover a verity of different genres' I was looking for a high quality lens that could accommodate my varied requirements providing wide angle, candied and personal one on one casual photos. Since my purchase I have had the opportunity to test this lens extensively and am delighted with the results. I have used it to take over 400 photographs ranging from landscapes at Yosemite and the Monterey coast to candied private gatherings and even shot a couple of advertizing layouts for one of my web sites. All in all I am pleased to say the lens lived up to and in some cases exceeded all my expectations. This lens, at around $700 +/-, is not cheap but in my opinion it provides great value when compared to the other candidates hanging in the rather pricy $2000 neighborhood. I should add however if your needs are more casual and you are using one of the excellent DX series (D80 to 300) Nikons there is another Nikkor lens at about half the price. It is the 18-135mm which I have also used extensively with very good results. For whatever it is worth, I would highly recommend both lenses depending on your needs and your budget.
A very underrated lens...., April 5, 2009
By Rodwally (Knoxville, TN USA)
Despite what certain self-appointed web pundits have said about this lens, it's actually a highly useful piece of glass. On a Nikon D700, its sharpness ranges from acceptable to impressive. Predictably, it works best in the middle of its zoom range. I recently compared it pretty carefully in the 50-55mm range with a 55mm Micro Nikkor f/2.8 AIs and a 50mm Nikkor f/1.4 AI. The 24-120 matched those lenses at both the center and the edges from f/4.8 (wide open on the 24-120) on out. In fact, it beat the 55mm Nikkor much of the time, especially at the edges. I've had similarly impressive results comparing the 24-120 to a 35mm Nikkor f/2 AI. At its extremes -- 24mm and 120mm -- center performance is very good but edge performance doesn't match prime lenses or even some zooms, though it's still acceptable. Chromatic aberration is surprisingly well controlled and the vibration-reduction (VR) feature seems to help. Focusing is quick and silent. Admittedly, the 24-120 is a lens with peculiarities -- like the fact that it reverses the usual positions of focus ring and the zoom ring. But it's an autofocus lens, right? Who cares about the focusing ring? Considering the overall capability, convenience and relatively low price of the 24-120, I consider it a strong lens. In fact, I got my 24-120 for $280 as part of the D700 kit from Amazon before Christmas 2008, so I'm very pleased with myself.
