Lens · prime
Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 AI-S
Nikon · 1981-2020
Discontinued35mm
Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 AI-S: 9 elements in 9 groups, 7 aperture blades, 0.3m minimum focus, 52mm filter thread, 250g.
- Focal length
- 24mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 9 / 9
Known for
- Landscape
- Architecture
- Interiors
- Street photography
- Travel
Considerations
- Some 'mustache' distortion
- Soft corners wide open
- Hood essential for flare control
- Manual focus and aperture (Ai/Ai-S F-mount)
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance4, level 4 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control3, level 3 of 5
Bokeh: Not a strong point at this focal length
Rendering: Sharp, contrasty, slight mustache distortion
Colour: Neutral
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Focus ring wear
- Filter thread damage
Buying guide
Check CRC mechanism moves smoothly. Check aperture blade operation and focus smoothness, and inspect the glass for haze, fungus or cleaning marks.
Specifications
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Focal Length | 24mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Min Focus | 0.3m |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Weight | 250g |
Optical design
| Formula | Retrofocus |
| Elements | 9 |
| Groups | 9 |
| Coating | NIC (Nikon) |
| Special | CRC (Close Range Correction) |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £200 - £350
- Mint
- ~£450
Indicative, no dated source.