Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f4 S Lens

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f4 S Lens

A truly versatile everyday lens, the NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f4 S, from Nikon, is a wide-angle to short-telephoto zoom covering an extremely useful range of focal lengths to benefit a variety of applications from landscape to portraiture. The constant f4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance throughout the zoom range and the lens features an advanced optical design for high sharpness and clarity. As a go-to lens for a majority of needs, this lens also sports a relatively compact and lightweight design.

Optical Design
Featuring a combination of three ED elements, one aspherical ED element, and three aspherical elements, both chromatic and spherical aberrations are effectively eliminated throughout the zoom range for notable sharpness and clarity.

ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coats are used to prevent ghosting, reflections, and flare in order to realize improved contrast and clarity when working in strong lighting and backlit conditions. The Nano Crystal Coat controls incidental light from a diagonal direction while the ARNEO Coat controls incidental light from a vertical direction.



Autofocus
Multi-focus system incorporates two separate AF drive units, which are synchronized, to deliver especially fast and accurate focusing throughout the zoom range. This system uses stepping motors, which offer impressively smooth and quiet autofocus performance that is well-suited to both stills and video applications.

Full-time manual focus override is also possible and an internal focusing design is used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, to maintain the overall length of the lens during use and to promote faster focusing speeds.

Minimum focusing distance of 1.1', along with a maximum magnification of 0.39x, benefits working with close-up subjects.



Handling and Design
Programmable Control Ring is, by default, set to adjust manual focus, but can also be used to control aperture or exposure compensation.

The assignable L.Fn button works in conjunction with camera-based Fn buttons to provide seamless points for quickly changing exposure settings and other functions.

Dust- and moisture-resistant lens barrel, along with a front fluorine coating, benefits the lens' use in inclement conditions.

Type Nikon Z mount
Format FX
Focal length 24 – 120 mm
Maximum aperture f/4
Minimum aperture f/22
Lens construction 16 elements in 13 groups (including 3 ED elements, 1 aspherical ED element, 3 aspherical elements, elements with Nano Crystal and ARNEO coats, and a fluorine-coated front lens element)
Angle of view FX format: 84° to 20°20', DX format: 61° to 13°20'
Focal length scale Graduated in millimeters (24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85, 120)
Focusing system Internal focusing system
Minimum focus distance 0.35 m (1.15 ft) at all zoom positions (measured from focal plane)
Maximum reproduction ratio 0.39x
No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Aperture range f/4 to 22
Coating Nano Crystal Coat, Fluorine coat, ARNEO coat
Filter attachment size 77 mm (P = 0.75 mm)
Diameter x length (extension from lens mount) Approx. 84 mm x 118 mm (3.4 in. x 4.7 in.)
Weight Approx. 630 g (1 lb 6.3 oz)
Autofocus Yes
Internal focusing Yes
Focusing Auto, Manual
Supplied accessories LC-77B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap)2, HB-102 Lens Hood, CL-C2 Lens Case

 

Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.

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