Is the D90 kit lens, the Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 VR not enough for your needs? Then it’s replacement the AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR may just fit the bill.

The NIKKOR 24-120mm will work with both camera’s cropped sensors like the D1000, D5000 and D90 and full frame models like the D300s and D3.

NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Primary Features

• A 5x standard zoom lens with a fixed maximum aperture of f/4 through the full 24 mm to 120 mm range of focal lengths
  A 5x standard zoom lens that offers superior function and performance. This zoom lens has a high reproduction ratio that is both practical and functional for professional and advanced amateur photographers. It consistently demonstrates excellent rendering performance.
• Built-in vibration reduction (VR II) offering camera shake compensation equivalent to a shutter speed increase of approximately four steps
  Equipped with two VR modes, Normal and Active, the vibration reduction function responds to a variety of shooting scenes.
• Nano Crystal Coat adopted to significantly reduce ghost and flare
• Nikon’s internal focusing (IF) system has been adopted with no increase in the length of the lens
• Equipped with two ED and three aspherical lens elements for superior optical performance
• Equipped with two focus modes, M/A (autofocus with manual override) and M (manual)
• Equipped with a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for extremely quiet autofocusing

Press Release:

Nikon UK is pleased to announce the release of the AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR, a brand new 5x zoom lens for FX format D-SLR photographers. The 24-120mm focal length continues to be a unique proposition in the Nikkor lens range and the new version features a fixed f/4 aperture throughout the zoom range. It incorporates Nano Crystal coat and Nikon’s second generation VRII system.

Zurab Kiknadze, Product Manager Lenses, Accessories & Software, Nikon Europe says: “The AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR lens offers excellent value and performance in a compact package for adventurous photographers everywhere. It is the second f/4 aperture VR zoom lens introduced this year that broadens the options for Nikon photographers.”

Fixed Flexibility
The AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR covers a Nikkor exclusive zoom range of 24mm to 120mm, ideal for events and travel photography. The fixed f/4 aperture ensures consistent exposure settings across the zoom range; whatever the subject, from expansive landscapes to isolating portraits, the AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR does it with ease.

Hold Still
The AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR is equipped with Nikon’s second generation Vibration Reduction system (VR II) which offers compensation for camera movement the equivalent to a shutter speed of approximately four stops faster, and couples well with the f/4 fixed aperture under low light conditions. The system incorporates two modes: Normal for general handheld shooting and Active to compensate for the mechanical vibration frequencies caused by planes and moving vehicles.

Brilliant quality across the zoom range
The complex optical design uses Nano Crystal coat, two ED glass elements and no less than three aspherical lens elements to maintain bright, high contrast images under a wide variety of light conditions. Ghosting, flare and aberrations are minimised whilst the nine bladed diaphragm generates subtle bokeh effect in out of focus areas.

Smooth performer
The Silent Wave Motor (SWM) was specifically developed for the unique characteristics of this lens. It offers very discreet autofocus performance with instant Manual override possible in M/A mode. The zoom gearing and switch placement has been carefully designed for intuitive (blind) operation when looking through the viewfinder. The lens balances well with D-SLRs like the D700 and the barrel features a subtle indentation to assist grip when in use.

Built to move
The large zoom range is achieved in a very compact and tough construction, ideal for the adventure and travel photographer. Through extensive use of magnesium and Super Engineering Plastic components the lens is built to handle the knocks of everyday use, and rubber sealing around switches and lens mount mean moist or dusty conditions are not a problem.

The AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR takes the ‘standard zoom’ concept to another level to meet the demands of today’s high resolution FX format D-SLRs while maintaining excellent price/performance ratio.

The lens is supplied with a dedicated hood HB-53 and a soft pouch.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens: Specifications

Focal length	24-120mm
Maximum aperture	f/4
Minimum aperture	f/22
Lens construction	17 elements in 13 groups (with two ED glass elements, three aspherical lenses and Nano Crystal Coat
Angle of view	84˚-20˚ 20’ (61˚-13˚ 20’ with Nikon DX format)
Closest focus distance	0.45m (1.5ft)
Max reproduction ratio	0.24x (at telephoto setting)
Diaphragm blades	9 (rounded)
Focusing	AF with built in SWM and Manual focus
Filter/attachment size	77mm
Diameter x length	Approx. 84 x 103.5mm
Weight	Approx. 710g / 25oz
Available	22nd September 2010