Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR IF SWM Lens
The Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is a 24–120mm f/3.5 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Used copies start from $169.95 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR IF SWM Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Key Features — Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
24–120mm 5x Zoom Range: Covers wide-angle through short telephoto in a single lens, reducing the need to swap glass during a shoot.
Nikon VR Stabilization: Built-in optical Vibration Reduction helps minimize camera shake when shooting handheld, particularly useful at longer focal lengths.
ED Glass Element: Extra-low Dispersion glass reduces chromatic aberration and color fringing for sharper, higher-contrast images across the zoom range.
Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Internal autofocus motor delivers fast, quiet focusing well-suited to both stills and video use.
Internal Focus (IF) Design: The lens barrel does not extend during focusing, keeping the physical length constant and allowing filter orientation to stay fixed.
f/3.5 Maximum Aperture: Opens to f/3.5 at the wide end, providing a useful light advantage in lower-light conditions compared to slower kit zooms.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Landscape, Portrait, Event |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 24–120mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Filter Thread | 72mm |
Description — Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR IF SWM is a full-frame zoom lens for the Nikon F mount, spanning a focal length range of 24mm to 120mm — a versatile spread that covers wide-angle through short telephoto in a single package. The lens opens to a maximum aperture of f/3.5, and features optical image stabilization to help manage camera shake during handheld use. Both autofocus and manual focus are supported, offering flexibility in how you acquire and control focus on any given shot.
The 72mm filter thread accepts a broad selection of standard filters, and the lens weighs in at 575g, keeping it practical for extended use. As a Nikon F-mount lens designed for DSLR bodies, it slots directly into the established Nikon F-mount system, making it a natural fit for photographers already working within that ecosystem who need a single zoom that can handle a wide range of everyday shooting situations.
Pros — Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
- ✓Wide 24–120mm focal length range (specifications: minFocalLength 24, maxFocalLength 120) covers wide-angle through short telephoto in a single lens
- ✓Full-frame compatible (specifications: lensFormat 'Full Frame') — works with full-frame Nikon F-mount bodies
- ✓Optical image stabilization (specifications: imageStabilization 'Optical') aids handheld shooting
Cons — Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
- ✗Variable maximum aperture of f/3.5 (specifications: maximumAperture 3.5) means light intake decreases as focal length increases
- ✗No minimum aperture listed in specifications, limiting full aperture range assessment
- ✗Minimum focus distance and maximum magnification are not provided in the specifications
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