( 24 reviews )
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Posted: Jul 12 2009
The 12-24 focal range is ideal for the kind of photography I like to do, and I've had the Tokina 12-24 for over two years and was very pleased with it, but I love Nikkor optics. So when the opportunity came to trade in some old lenses for a new copy of the Nikkor 12-24mm f/4, I took it. I'm glad I did. I've been running this glass through some long, intense photo shoots and - what can I say? - it has met my high expectations. It focuses quickly and flawlessly, the zoom ring is smooth, and the overall feel is solid. It also balances well on my D300. It is slightly smaller and lighter than the Tokina, which helps. I love it. Get it.
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Posted: Apr 1 2009
My first review for Amazon.com! So to cut to the chase, is this lens great? Was it worth the money? Short answer, yes! Since this lens is so expensive compared to third party lens (Tamron, Sigma, etc.) this lens needs to be great, 5 stars and it is. I use it with a Nikon D300, Photoshop Elements 7 and Epson Stylus inkjet printers. Through it's full zoom range 12-24mm I couldn't be happier in regards to resolution, color, contrast. I like the speed of f/4 as I try to avoid using flash. There are other reviewers that will talk about color fringing or distortion. I'm sure they know what they're talking about but I just don't see it in my photos. I must say that 12mm (which is 18mm 35mm film equivalent?) is a whole new world! I'm having fun! If you've been shooting film and have been waiting for digital to "catch up" I think it's finally here. With the smaller format image sensor Nikon has had to come out with a whole new line of lens and I think they are outstanding. I think we are in a new golden age for optics. I never would have thought such a wide angle could be so distortion free. When I started out in 35mm photography, reviews would talk about pincushioning with 50mm lens! Can you believe it? And here is a 12mm ZOOM and I really don't see any noticable distortion let alone something as obvious as pincushioning! SO if you can afford it the Nikon is worth every penny (and thanks for the great pricing Amazon!) but if you can't there are other less expensive choices with great specs that can meet your needs and where you can be just as creative! Enjoy!
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Posted: Mar 6 2009
I am building a lens collection for my Nikon D90. This lens is terrific. The sharpness and detail are very fine. It is well constructed, feels good, and is a pleasure to use. A fine piece of equipment for about the kind of money I expected. Good investment.
