Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S

Versatile S-Line zoom with constant f/4 aperture

Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S
85/100
LENS SCORE
Features 18
Performance 18
Durability 17
Price 14
Usability 18
Brand Nikon
Model 20102

Key Features

OPTICS 16 elements in 13 groups including 3 ED, 1 ED aspherical, and 3 aspherical elements
COATING Nano Crystal Coat and ARNEO Coat for ghosting and flare reduction
AUTOFOCUS Multi-focus system using two stepping motors (STM) for fast, quiet AF
APERTURE Constant f/4 maximum aperture with 9-blade rounded diaphragm
MIN FOCUS 0.35m (1.15ft) minimum focus distance across the entire zoom range
STABILIZATION Relies on camera IBIS; no internal optical stabilization
BUILD S-Line professional grade weather-sealed construction with fluorine coating
CONTROL Programmable control ring and customizable L-Fn button
ZOOM Internal zoom mechanism maintains balance and prevents dust ingress
FILTER 77mm front filter thread size
MOUNT Nikon Z-mount full-frame coverage
WEIGHT Approximately 630g (1.39 lbs)
COMPATIBILITY Full compatibility with Z-series mirrorless cameras

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Electronic focus ring
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Rubberized grip
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present Physical toggle on barrel
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Relies on IBIS
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present Customizable via camera menu
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present Not required due to internal zoom
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Full S-Line sealing

How-to Use Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Standard Zoom
Focal Length 24-120mm
Max Aperture f/4
Min Aperture f/22
Elements/Groups 16/13
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Min Focus Distance 0.35m
Max Magnification 0.39x
Filter Thread 77mm
Focus Motor Dual Stepping Motors (STM)
Weather Sealing Yes (Dust and drip resistant)
Weight 630g
Dimensions 84mm x 118mm
Mount Nikon Z
Format Full Frame (FX)