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Nikon Announces Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S Prime
4 September 2019
Nikon Inc. has announced it fast, wide-angle Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S, built to take advantage of Nikon's large Z-mount, delivering the a combination of fast, bright and sharp performance.
"The Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S continues our commitment to offering exciting prime lenses to Nikon Z 7 and Z 6 users, while also providing exceptional level of quality achieved by the S-Line of Nikkor Z lenses," said Jay Vannatter, Nikon executive vice president. "The combination of wide-angle perspective and a fast f1.8 aperture is optimal for all types of photography including landscapes, making the Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S a must-have lens to unleash the full potential of the Nikon Z series."
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S include:
- Nine rounded aperture blades
- Dust and drip resistance
- Four aspherical lens elements
- One Extra-Low Dispersion glass element
- Nikon's Nano Crystal Coating
- Multi-Focusing System using two AF drives in tandem
The Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S is also optimized for video capture with near-silent stepping motors, reduced focus breathing, a customizable control ring for smooth control of aperture and exposure compensation and the ability to take advantage of the in-camera 5-axis VR + eVR of the Nikon Z series cameras.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the new prime include:
NIKKOR Z 24mmf1.8 S LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Nikon Z Focal Length 24mm
FX full-frame formatAperture f1.8 to f16
9 rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View DX: 61°; FX: 84° Minimum Focus 0.82 feet Magnification 0.15x Optical Design 12 elements in 10 groups
1 ED elements, 4 aspherical elements
Nano Crystal Coat
Super integrated coatingAutofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 72mm Dimensions 3.1 x 3.8 inches Weight 15.9 oz. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Nikon said the Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S will be available in mid to late October for $999.95. A lens hood is available for an extra $43. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
Nikon Expands Its High-Performance S-Line With the New Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S -- A Fast, Wide-Angle Prime Lens
The Versatile Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S Delivers Superior Optical Performance, Equipping Nikon Z Series Creators with an Incredibly Sharp, High-Resolution Lens to Explore Wide-Angle Perspectives
MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Nikon Inc. has announced the fast, wide-angle Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S, the latest addition to the ever-expanding Nikkor Z lineup of lenses. The 24mm f1.8 S is optimized for capturing everything from cityscapes to environmental portraits and is built to take advantage of Nikon's large Z-mount, delivering the ultimate combination of fast, bright and sharp performance in nearly all lighting conditions.
"The Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S continues our commitment to offering exciting prime lenses to Nikon Z 7 and Z 6 users, while also providing exceptional level of quality achieved by the S-Line of Nikkor Z lenses," said Jay Vannatter, Executive Vice President, Nikon Inc. "The combination of wide-angle perspective and a fast f1.8 aperture is optimal for all types of photography including landscapes, making the Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S a must-have lens to unleash the full potential of the Nikon Z series."
The Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S -- A Storyteller's Dream Lens
The Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S joins the S-Line of high-performance Nikkor Z lenses, giving creators an essential focal length to add to their kit of fast prime Z-mount lenses. The lens takes advantage of the most advanced Nikkor technologies to deliver optical superiority, exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh and high-resolution across the entire frame, even at maximum aperture.
The new Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S was designed for photographers and videographers looking to capture gorgeous wide-angle landscapes or vivid street photography, a travel adventure or a stunning starscape. For videographers and content creators, this popular focal length is a staple for production due to its natural perspective. Thanks to the advantages of the lens' bright and fast f1.8 maximum aperture along with the wider Z-mount, Nikon Z series users can capture exceptionally sharp images in dimly lit settings, with a lens that's ideal for nighttime shooting and astrophotography.
The Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S features 9 rounded aperture blades, allowing users to capture beautifully circular bokeh that adds a level of dimensionality to help capture compelling content. Users can confidently explore their creative potential in nearly any landscape thanks to the lens' reliable dust and drip resistant design, ideal for tough weather conditions. The lens construction also consists of four Aspherical Lens Elements and one Extra-Low Dispersion glass element to combat aberration, while Nikon's patented Nano Crystal Coat helps eliminate ghosting and flare. The 24mm f1.8 S is further equipped with Nikon's Multi-Focusing System, which uses two AF drives in tandem to deliver superior resolving power and achieve fast and accurate autofocus, even at minimum focus distance.
In addition to achieving the top-notch image quality that storytellers and content creators have come to expect from the S-Line of Nikkor Z lenses, the Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S is also optimized for video capture. As a popular cinematic focal length, the 24mm f1.8 S will be a welcome addition to Z series shooters' arsenals, boasting near-silent stepping motors for ultra-quiet performance, reduced focus breathing, a customizable control ring for smooth control of aperture and exposure compensation and the ability to take advantage of the in-camera 5-axis VR + eVR of the Nikon Z series cameras.
Price and Availability
The Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S will be available in mid to late October at a suggested retail price of $999.95. For more information on the latest Nikon products, including the new Nikkor Z 24mm f1.8 S and the full Nikon Z mount system, visit http://www.nikonusa.com.