Nikon's professional 24mm f/1.4 wide-angle prime — Nano Crystal coated with outstanding low-light capability.
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED launched in 2010 as Nikon's premium wide-angle prime for the F-mount system. It provides a fast f/1.4 aperture at the popular 24mm focal length, ideal for photojournalism, environmental portraits, and astrophotography.
Optically excellent — sharp from f/2 with very good performance even at f/1.4 for a wide-angle. Nano Crystal coating effectively eliminates ghosting and flare. The f/1.4 aperture provides unusual depth-of-field control for a 24mm lens. AF-S motor is fast and quiet.
Nikon F mount with 77mm filter thread. Weighs 620g. No VR stabilisation. Full-frame coverage. ED glass elements for chromatic aberration control. 9 rounded aperture blades. Minimum focus distance 25cm — useful for environmental context shots.
Available used at professional prices. The Z 24mm f/1.8 S is optically comparable and lighter for mirrorless. Works on Z bodies via FTZ adapter. Check for dust behind front element — common but rarely image-affecting. A professional standard for low-light wide-angle work.