Is this normal ?I just attached the kit 24-120 f/4 VR lens to my new Nikon D780. I aligned the white dots from the camera and lens and rotated the lens until it clicked, the camera focus correctly and take the shots.However, I noticed a gap between the lens and the body in which part of the metallic ring shows up between the camera and lens. Is that normal ? I think this gap exposing the ring will attract all dirt that eventually will get into the sensor when I detach the lens
F5.6 very good. F8 great sharpness. Its same as 24-70
Well... there goes my career in photographing white garage doors... dammit!
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I've had this lens for the entire time I"ve had my D750 and heard so much hate. I enjoy the flexibility and relative inexpensive of having one lens do so much well. Nobody I've giving photos too seems to pixel peep and loves the results.
Wonderful video. Thanks! I am buying this tomorrow
I've had one for 3 years now and have no complaints about this lens.Thank you for you're review, and please, keep them coming!
I did have this lens, but I could never love its size and handling. It wasnt comfortable to shoot because of its size and it never felt right in my hand. They like to market these as walk around lenses, but it really wasnt very comfortable to walk around with.I have few problems with the images I have created with it (aside from some rather noticeable chromatic aberrations at 24mm, and quality and sharpness dropping when zoomed out after 80mm or so). I struggled with whether or not I should keep it as I already have the 24-85 VR kit lens that was usually bundled with the D610. The 24-85 is dirt cheap, lighter, and sharper than the 24-120 in the center (though softer in the corners wide open), but in real world use I dont notice it. Ultimately, I decided to sell the 24-120. After comparing it to the 24-85, I didnt see much real world difference in the quality of the images that would warrant me carrying the bigger lens. The 24-120 isnt great zoomed all the way out anyway and Id want to switch to my 70-300 for better quality.
Very good video, pretty much answers any question one might have about this lens except a very obvious one : how does this one compare with what sigma and tamron have to offer in this range ? It would have been nice to include this in your alternatives section, as many people will cross shop them. Considering subscribing.
A truly quality review. Thank you
Great review, I just got this lens and the D850 body as part of an insurance claim, to replace my older D800 and Tamron SP 24~70 f2.8when I got wiped out by a wave on a coastal shoot! Gives me great confidence, thanks!And equally gratifying, a revelation about the Whitby Abbey to persue!
I have the 28-300mm 3.5-5.6L IS superzoom and the 24-70mm 2.8L II for my Canon DSLRs, but just pulled the trigger on the 24-120mm 4.0G VR for my Nikons.I think its a really fine balance of good sharpness, light weight, zoom range and VR capabilities.The 28-300mm is over 1.5kg, and the sharpness is good for a superzoom, but not great otherwise. The 24-70mm, while sharper and a stop faster doesnt have image stabilization, also goes to 70 only.And the 28-300mm 3.5-5.6G VR, while has an impressive range, the image quality isnt grear.
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Thanks for the review. It reconfirmed my perception of the lens.
So i got one now, on a D810 capable of taking photos with great detail and clarity with all my high end nikkor FX lenses. This lens is below that level, sorry to say. Sharpness is a bit lacking, chromatic aberration is often lurking even near center, focus is a bit slow (not a problem actually) and on occasions focus goes a bit back and forth before settling down.I got an old nikkor 17-35mm f2.8, its indestructible and awesome clarity, and my thought was to retire it since 24mm would be wide enough for me but i immediate had to cancel that plan upon testing the limits of the 24-120.Havent yet found the best aperture for it but f4 must be avoided, this lens has to be used at apertures its VR cannot handle in most situations.
You're such a great lens reviewer.. How come you only have fairly less reviews?
Will this lens work on my D5600?
I find the corner darkening at 24 mm can be almost eliminated by taking off the lens shade. The distortion issues are easily dealt with in most good editing programs. I find that strongly backlit subjects may have a white fringing. Photoshop can remove that. It is sharp with excellent resolution. This lens covers about 95% of the work I do.
Thank you for this review especially for the comparison of the predecessors. Very informative and to the point with each aspect of the lens.
Thanks, excellent review.
I really like this lens. I own a lot of very expensive Nikon lens for my d750 camera and this is the one I use the most. I could be stark naked in Antarctica, shaking like a leaf, and this lens will nail it. Why? Because it's image stabilization is incredible. Images are sharp. A great travel lens. Just read the other reviews on YouTube about this lens and they will back me up.
I wonder if this lens that has the VR in red and does not have the gold ring on the tip is full frame. Because it has a model of nikon 24/120 that has a gold vr and a gold ring on the tip and costs much more. You can tell me the difference between one and the other. If it's worth buying the one with the VR in red. I also visually noticed that there is one more button with VR variation that would be the Normal VR and the VR Active. Could you help me with this question?
At 6:20 the camera is dangerously kept on the railing
f8 very sharp. 506 very good. f4 very pin point focus.
perfect lens to shoot huge dining tables. i use dx mode occasionally.save my back as i don't need to stretch
tokina lens upfront......good joke. 24-120 f4........the best all-rounder
I have this lens...I've gotten some amazing bokeh photos whith it.
Any one else see the cannon lens gravity creep
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My setup D800 & 24-120 4.0G VR, 7 years later . . .Funny videos, average photography though.
Has this guy never sex?
For the price, it is a great 'walkabout' lens. The focal range is really useful, it issharp edge-to-edge with little vignetting and chromatic aberration on afull frame. It is also sturdy with a reassuring solid feel. I have it onmy D810 most of the time, even though I also have the brilliant Nikon14-24mm and the latest Nikon 70-00mm. The main minus point with thislens is, as he says, the barrel and pincushion distortion but, if you can affordPhotoshop, you can correct it with this application.
What a idiot!
I miss these videos. I miss the old DRTV
The worst reviewer on the Net!
This lens is good for travellingIf you're a portrait shooter getA 50 & 85 1.8 g for this price
So, where is the review ? NO LIKE
Hi bro i have one questionI saw your videos you are using most of time fx lenses on dx bodies is it good?I want to use nikon af 24-120mm lens with my nikon d7500 body is it good combination?Waiting for your answer
I love this lens. I have already compared her raws to that of the 24-70 lens and they are the same. The difference is in the lens aperture. A great Nano Crystal lens.
Such a shame to have these idiots on youtube
i m still looking for better bokeh than this oneAny body tell me the bokeh king plz? any lens...
Bokeh looks great to me
Is this normal ?I just attached the kit 24-120 f/4 VR lens to my new Nikon D780. I aligned the white dots from the camera and lens and rotated the lens until it clicked, the camera focus correctly and take the shots.However, I noticed a gap between the lens and the body in which part of the metallic ring shows up between the camera and lens. Is that normal ? I think this gap exposing the ring will attract all dirt that eventually will get into the sensor when I detach the lens. Also I can see that defect here in this video in minute marker 1:55 to 2:50
Is this and a d750 still a relevant camera lens combo in 2020? I saw a great deal online and I'm thinking about pulling the trigger
The lens is still a little over 1,000 dollars
Does it work with nikom z6? I saw you put the 28-300mm on your z7. I wonder if this lens works well too, its Autofocus, sharpness, contrast. Etc. Thanks..
good info man.
The D750 corrects it all in camera so you never see any distortion etc. The 24-120 is an awesome lens.
Thank you for the awesome video!! :) very helpful
If I get the Nikon d750/d610. What are decent All-in-One lenses do you recommend me to get for under $800?
I find this interesting and useful lens, after my 24-70mm f/2.8
Nice images there!
I took a look at your gallery and found you to be a very good photographer and the 24-120mm f4 a great lens! Gonna buy one after watching your pictures. A must have lens.
Got this lens with my D750 3 years ago.In that time I've had a chance to try the older non VR xx - 70 f2.8 lenses. The push pull 35 70, the gigantic 28-70 and the newer non VR 24-70. In my non scientific, completely subjective opinion, I think they're all pretty damn good image quality.Slight edge in image quality to the 24-70. Major advantage in versatility to the 24-120.
I checked out your gallery, and Im so impressed with the shots you got with this lens! Great style!
I have Nikon d5500, is it good for my camera for video wedding
anyone know what that symbol is between the 28 and 24mm and why it doesn't go to 24?
Hi, what did you use to record this video? The video looks very crisp. Thanks
awesome photo gallery.
I love this lens. I find the vibration reduction excellent. I could be shaking like a bare butt nudist in the middle of Antarctica and I wouldn't take one blurry image. Obviously, it's not as sharp as the 24-70mm f/2.8 that I own, but that lens doesn't have VR, plus it's heavier, and a lot more expensive. Nikon's new 24-70 does have VR, but it's even heavier than the old one, and super expensive. The 24-120 balances better on my Nikon d750 than the 24-70. The 24-70 is only about 1/2 lb heavier, but it seems top heavy to me. Don't believe what Ken Rockwell and some others say about this lens. He likes the Nikon 28-300mm lens better. Go the DXO Mark website and it will tell you that the 24-120 is a better lens. DXO Mark is considered by many the Consumer Report of cameras and lenses. I won't buy a camera or lens until I read their test results. This lens gives you the extra reach that the 24-70 can't. The Sigma 24-105mm f/4 Art lens is sharper according to DXO Labs, but you lose 15mm. You can buy this lens used, like I did over the internet for $500 or less. That's a lot of bang for your buck! I'm not a pro photographer, so I haven't noticed any vignetting or distortion.
I have noticed something frustrating regarding this' lens vibration reduction. I completely know that once you press the shutter button, you will hear immediately the clunk, meaning that VR is on.The thing is, when I quickly pick my camera and point to a subject very fast (grab shots) and activate VR, I can see still camera shake in the viewfinder even after the clunk sound and settles down after 3 or 4 seconds. Very different when you hold your camera as steady as you can and point/focus to your subject and activate VR, it stabilizes as soon as you press it. Oh yeah, im noticing this with longer focal length
Thanks for video