Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-NIKKOR 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED

Versatile wide-angle to telephoto zoom lens

Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-NIKKOR 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
65/100
LENS SCORE
Features 14
Performance 12
Durability 13
Price 14
Usability 12
Brand Nikon
Model 2147

Key Features

OPTICS 15 elements in 13 groups with 2 ED glass elements and 3 aspherical elements
ZOOM 5x zoom range covering 24mm wide-angle to 120mm telephoto
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast and quiet internal focusing
STABILIZATION Vibration Reduction (VR) system providing approximately 3 stops of compensation
APERTURE 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
CONSTRUCTION Internal Focusing (IF) design prevents front element rotation
COMPATIBILITY Designed for Nikon F-mount FX and DX format DSLRs
MIN FOCUS Closest focusing distance of 0.5m (1.6 ft) throughout zoom range
FILTER 72mm front filter thread size
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating to reduce flare and ghosting
BUILD Polycarbonate barrel construction with metal mount
WEATHER SEALING Basic dust and moisture resistance at the lens mount
WEIGHT Approximately 575g (20.3 oz)

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-NIKKOR 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Rubber gasket at mount only

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 24-120mm
Maximum Aperture f/3.5-5.6
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 15 elements in 13 groups
Angle of View 84u00b0 - 20u00b030'
Minimum Focus Distance 0.5m (1.6 ft)
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:4.8
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 72mm
Focus Motor SWM (Silent Wave Motor)
Stabilization VR (Vibration Reduction)
Mount Nikon F
Weight 575g
Dimensions 77 x 94 mm