Nikon Nikkor AI-S 24mm f/2 Lens
The Nikon 24mm f/2 is a 24mm f/2 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor AI-S 24mm f/2 Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 24mm f/2
Key Features — Nikon 24mm f/2
24mm f/2 Prime: A fast maximum aperture of f/2 at a wide 24mm focal length gives strong light-gathering capability for available-light shooting.
Full-Frame Coverage: Projects an image circle that covers a full-frame sensor, making it suitable for Nikon's FX-format DSLRs.
AI-S Manual Focus: Nikon's AI-S specification enables linear aperture coupling with compatible bodies and provides a smooth, deliberate manual focus experience.
Nikon F Mount: Mounts natively on a wide range of Nikon F-mount DSLRs and is adaptable to many mirrorless systems with appropriate adapters.
Compact & Lightweight: At 275g, this lens adds minimal bulk to your camera setup, making it practical for street and travel photography.
52mm Filter Thread: A common filter diameter that is compatible with widely available filter sets, keeping accessory costs down.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 24mm f/2
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Architecture, Travel, Street |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 24mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
Description — Nikon 24mm f/2
The Nikon Nikkor AI-S 24mm f/2 is a prime wide-angle lens built for the Nikon F mount, offering full-frame coverage. Its f/2 maximum aperture makes it a capable performer when light is limited, and the wide 24mm focal length is well-suited for landscapes, street photography, interiors, and environmental portraits. Focusing is entirely manual, placing full control in the photographer's hands — ideal for those who prefer a deliberate, tactile shooting experience.
The lens weighs just 275g, keeping your kit light during long sessions, and features a 52mm filter thread that pairs with widely available filter accessories. With no image stabilization, clean technique matters, but the wide focal length naturally helps minimize camera shake at reasonable shutter speeds. As a Nikon F-mount lens, it is at home on a broad range of Nikon DSLR bodies and can be adapted to other systems with appropriate third-party adapters.
Pros — Nikon 24mm f/2
- ✓Fast f/2 maximum aperture provides strong light-gathering at a wide focal length
- ✓Full-frame coverage on Nikon F-mount cameras
- ✓Lightweight at 275g, making it easy to carry for extended shoots
Cons — Nikon 24mm f/2
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus for faster or action-oriented shooting
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring steady technique especially in low light
- ✗Single focal length offers no zoom flexibility
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