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Black cylindrical zoom lens with silver rings and Nikon branding

Nikon Inc

Nikon 2144-IV AF-S DX NIKKOR 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED camera lens

SKU CH-Y1GB-17XAM

Ultra-wide 12-24mm zoom with constant f/4 aperture, 11 elements in 7 groups, 2 ED and 3 aspherical elements, silent-wave autofocus, 11.8-inch close focus, 3.2×3.5 in, 1.07 lb

  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Key featuresInterchangeable Lenses
  • Ultra-wide 99° view at 12mm for expansive landscapes
  • Constant f/4 aperture across 12-24mm zoom for consistent exposure
  • Silent Wave Motor drives fast, quiet autofocus
  • Two ED and three aspherical elements reduce aberration and distortion
  • Close focus at 11.8 inches throughout the zoom range

Ultra-wide zoom for DX DSLRs

The Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED covers a 12-24mm focal range with a constant f/4 maximum aperture. It is built for Nikon digital SLR cameras using the DX format. The lens uses 11 elements in 7 groups including two extra-low dispersion elements and three aspherical elements. Silent Wave Motor drive delivers quiet autofocus.

Optical corrections shape the image

Two ED glass elements reduce chromatic aberration across the frame. Three aspherical elements control distortion at the wide end. A rounded diaphragm produces natural-looking out-of-focus highlights. The D-type design sends precise distance data to the camera for balanced flash and ambient exposure. Close focus remains at 11.8 inches through the zoom range.

DX image circle limits sensor coverage

The lens projects an image circle sized for DX sensors, so vignetting appears on full-frame bodies. Angle of view spans 99 degrees at 12mm and narrows to 61 degrees at 24mm. The barrel measures 3.2 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches long, weighing 1.07 pounds. Internal focusing keeps the length constant during operation.

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Price $556.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNikon
Model nameNikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 12-24 mm f/4G IF-ED
Product typeZoom Lens

Questions about this item

Will the silent wave motor or the rounded diaphragm need servicing after heavy use?

The silent wave motor and rounded diaphragm are internal components with no user-serviceable parts; Nikon does not publish a maintenance interval for either.

What optical limit appears first when shooting wide open at 12 mm for long sessions?

At the constant f/4 aperture the 11-element, 7-group design controls distortion and chromatic aberration, so the practical limit is the fixed maximum aperture rather than a drop in sharpness.

How much heat or noise does the lens produce during all-day video recording?

The lens has no electronics that generate heat or audible noise; the silent wave motor runs quietly and the barrel stays at ambient temperature during continuous operation.

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