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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF

Focal length
12–24 mm
Aperture
f/4
Weight
465 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
30 cm
Length
90 mm
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At a Glance

This zoom for APS-C Nikon F-mount keeps a constant f/4 aperture across its whole range. It corresponds to 18-36 mm on full frame, a wide field of view. The lens weighs 465 g and focuses down to 30 cm. It suits everyday shooting and travel.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Travel

Worth knowing

  • APS-C image circle: on full-frame cameras only usable in crop mode, at reduced resolution.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
12 mm
Max. focal length
24 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/4
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/4
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
11
Groups
7
Weight
465 g (1.03 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
30 cm (11.81 in)
Max. magnification
1:8.3 (0.12×)
Length
90 mm (3.54 in)
Diameter
82.5 mm (3.25 in)

Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF fit?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF is designed for APS-C sensors. On APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 18-36 mm in full-frame terms. Full-frame bodies use it in APS-C (crop) mode, recording only part of the sensor and fewer megapixels.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame (in APS-C mode):
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensNikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IFTokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f/4 (IF) DXTokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f/4 DX IITokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX
Focal length12-24 mm12-24 mm12-24 mm12-28 mm
Max. aperturef/4f/4f/4f/4
Weight465 g570 g540 g530 g
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance30 cm30 cm30 cm25 cm
Length90 mm90 mm90 mm90 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF weigh?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF weighs 465 g. It is 90 mm long with a diameter of 82.5 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF use?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF is 30 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF a full-frame lens?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF is an APS-C lens. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 18-36 mm in full-frame terms.

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