Nikon's legendary ultra-wide zoom — constant f/2.8 from 14-24mm, a reference optic that defined a generation.
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G IF-ED was released in 2007 as the professional ultra-wide zoom for Nikon F-mount full-frame bodies, setting the benchmark for ultra-wide zoom sharpness at its launch. The bulbous front element prevents front filter attachment — rear gelatin filter holder only. At 969g and 14 elements in 11 groups it reflects the professional full-frame ultra-wide design. SWM provides fast, quiet AF.
The optical design uses 14 elements in 11 groups including aspherical and ED elements. Nine aperture blades. No front filter thread — bulbous front element. At 969g the lens is heavy. Minimum focus distance of 0.28m. SWM provides fast, quiet AF. IF (Internal Focus) maintains constant barrel length. Nano Crystal Coat. Constant f/2.8 aperture. Full-frame coverage.
The 14-24mm f/2.8G IF-ED's sharpness at f/2.8 across the full frame set a standard at its 2007 launch: corner-to-corner sharpness at wide apertures that competing ultra-wides could not match. At 14mm, the extreme wide-angle rectilinear coverage covers astrophotography, architecture, and landscape photography where maximum wide angle with straight-line rendering is required. The 0.28m MFD enables close environmental wide compositions.
On the used market the Nikon AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G IF-ED is available at established professional ultra-wide pricing. Condition checks: SWM AF response, front element for marks — no filter protection on the bulbous front, and Nano Crystal Coat condition. Compatible with all Nikon F-mount FX (full-frame) and DX bodies.