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Review of Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR SWM IF Aspherical
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR SWM IF Aspherical - standard universal lens for full-frame cameras Nikon fx. Released in the summer of 2012 and often comes with a camera Nikon D600 and maybe will go with D610. My guess is that the Nikon 24-85mm VR was specifically designed for the amateur full-frame cameras that became Nikon D600 и Nikon D610... Most likely in the future it will be installed on all Nikon amateur full-frame cameras. Despite the fact that the Nikon 24-85mm VR is actually a 'kit' lens for FX cameras, it performs well in real conditions. Probably Nikon did its best to ensure that the first full-length 'inexpensive' kit was warmly received by amateur photographers.
Optical lens design
Nikon 24-85mm VR is a lens with all the modern features you need. Here you can find both Image Stabilizer and Internal Focus and slightly improved aperture F / 3.5-4.5 (not F / 3.5-5.6), compact body and 3,5x zoom. There is a very similar lens, but without an Image Stabilizer - Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED SWM IF Aspherical. The latter was produced from 2002-2006 in Japan and Thailand, and between 2006 and 2012 there was a 'chasm', as few people were interested in budget lenses for expensive (at that time) full-frame cameras.
Nikon D600 and Nikon 24-85 VR
The lens body is made of plastic, but well assembled - no backlash or obvious flaws. The Nikon 24-85mm VR weighs a little less than 500 grams, and will not weigh too heavily on a rather massive full-frame camera. The mount is metal, the zoom ring is rubberized, but the focusing ring is made of plastic.
The focusing of the lens is quite quiet and the focusing speed is above average. I cannot write that Nikon 24-85mm VR focuses quickly, as its focusing speed is inferior even to some old similar lenses - Nikon AF Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 2.8-4D IF и Nikon AF NIKKOR 28-105mm 1: 3.5-4.5. It’s a pity that even a 20 year old Canon Zoom Lens EF 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5 Ultrasonic focuses faster. Nikon 24-85mm VR has internal focusing with useful mode 'M / A'. When zooming, the front lens does not rotate, and the rear lens works like a vacuum pump :). In manual focus mode, the ring rotates approximately 145 degrees.
Basic TX Nikon 24-85VR
I shot a small American-style wedding using the Nikon 24-85mm VR (unfortunately, I can’t show it), but I can say with certainty that the Nikon 24-85mm VR is the best among inexpensive similar regular zooms. The weak side, of course, is not the best focusing speed, 'humped' distortion and vignetting with a drop in sharpness at the edges of the image when used on full-frame cameras. For me, vignette and weak edge sharpness are not always important. But on Nikon DX cameras, the lens is sharp across the entire field and at all focal lengths, while EGF is 36-127,5mm. I really liked that the Nikon 24-85mm VR is not afraid of backlight at all and creates images with pleasant contrast and color reproduction. If we change Nikon 24-85mm VR, then only for faster and faster Nikon 24-70 / 2.8, Nikon 28-70 / 2.8 or the universal Nikon 24-120 / 4 and Nikon 28-300 / 3.5-5.6.
The parameters shown in the photo gallery:
Everything is filmed on Nikon D700 using protective filter Hoya PRO1 Digital 72mm MC UV (0) Made in Japan without a hood. On-camera JPEG L ('optimal quality' compression). Functions: vignetting control, ADL, noise reduction at long exposures, noise reduction at high ISOs were turned off. All shot in Picture Control mode SD (standard mode): contrast correction - 0, brightness - 0, saturation - 0, hue - 0, sharpness - position 5 between 0 and 9. Used white balance: 'Auto', 'Shadow' and 'Cloudy'. The size of the photos was reduced to 3 MP.
The parameters shown in the photo gallery:
Everything is filmed on Nikon D80 using protective filter Hoya PRO1 Digital 72mm MC UV (0) Made in Japan without a hood. On-camera JPEG L Fine. Functions that enhance the image, such as noise reduction at slow shutter speeds and noise reduction at high ISO, were turned off. Everything was shot in N (Neutral) Picture Control. Was used white balance: 'Auto', 'Shadow', 'Sunny'. Photos have been scaled down to 1600px by 1071px (roughly 2MP).
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List of all Nikon FX 24-XXX autofocus lenses:
- Nikon 24-50 mm 1: 3.3-4.5 AF Nikkor
- Nikon 24-50 mm 1: 3.3-4.5D AF Nikkor
- Nikon 24-70 mm 1: 2.8GN AF-S Nikkor ED Nano Crystal Coat SWM IF Aspherical
- Nikon 24-70 mm 1: 2.8EN AF-S Nikkor ED Nano Crystal Coat SWM IF Aspherica VR + its modification of the 'Nikon 100th Anniversary Edition'
- Nikon 24-85 mm 1: 2.8-4D AF Nikkor IF Aspherical Macro (1: 2)
- Nikon 24-85 mm 1: 3.5-4.5G AF-S Nikkor ED SWM IF Aspherical
- Nikon 24-85 mm 1: 3.5-4.5G AF-S Nikkor ED VR SWM IF Aspherical
- Nikon 24-120 mm 1: 3.5-5.6D AF Nikkor
- Nikon 24-120 mm 1: 3.5-5.6G ED AF-S Nikkor SWM VR IF Aspherical
- Nikon 24-120 mm 1: 4G N AF-S Nikkor ED VR SWM IF Aspherical Nano Crystal Coat
Catalog of modern lenses for Nikon can see here.
Conclusions
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR SWM IF Aspherical is a good all-round lens for Nikon FX cameras. Of course, the lens has obvious flaws, but in general it is completely a 'working machine'.
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I took a used 24-85. I tried it - I liked it, for one thing: when cropping a picture at 85 mm, the sharpness is normal, at 24 mm a specific soap. What is it - tell me, explain, maybe the reason is in the lens or ...?
On FF and BF checked on different FR? Which lens with a stub or not?
I tried without a stab. A very good result was everything clearly on all FR
Look at an example photo of Victor 12.11.2013 at 03:43
I saw examples of photos, but the question worries:! When cropping a picture from 24mm, i.e. when zooming in on the camera's display, the frame is not sharp. Can someone explain - why so?
Check the Front (FF) and back (BF) focus, the focus can "blur". Try to squeeze the diaphragm again, see what happens .. It's not clear what it means not sharp in your case ..
When shooting at 85 mm - the sharpness when enlarging the finished image is beyond praise. Increasing the f-number improves the quality, but all the same, why is the sharpness worse by 24 mm. Is it all 24-85, or just on my copy?
Advise: this lens or 28-105d (on D7000)?
I liked the lens. More compact than 24-70, the quality is very sane. Sharpness is high. The bokeh is not very good. But if you want macro or plastic bokeh in a portrait, I use Zeiss. And I would call this lens an excursion and walking lens - when you take pictures in a hurry and that's it. And for the soul you need another and in a calm atmosphere)
Who cares about the photo from this lens on the crop. my first photos on the Central Control Commission.
http://fotki.yandex.ru/users/iiiolibden/
I looked at your pictures. I don't understand the logic. Why set ISO 1600 in the daytime? You get digital noise. And also the use of flash ... A flat face and glowing dots in the eyes.
Good afternoon, Arkady !!! I need your advice, on the occasion I got a Nikon d60 whale. The device turned out to be small (the right palm hangs halfway), it’s an awkward focus. For the future I’m thinking of getting a full d610 frame, but for now I need a lens instead of a full-time one on Nikon d60 with the condition of full use in the future on a full-frame model. Is such a compromise possible? Wishes for a new lens, it would be nice with a stabilizer, universal, costing within 20 rubles.
All the best !!! Thanks in advance to Eugene
I was 24-85. In conjunction with D 5100 - lathers at the wide end and with an external flash requires exposure compensation up to +1. Sold - bought Tamron 28-75. Quite another matter and decent bokeh. I bought it on Slando at a nice price ...
Only buzzing wildly and no stub :)
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR did you even have a lens in your hands? Scribblers! It just infuriates your nonsense
alex, reviewed the comments and accidentally saw your. I understand that you are so emotional about “Only buzzing wildly and there is no stub”? When "delirium enrages", I recommend carefully reading the previous comment. We are talking about Tamron 28-75. And if you read all the comments, you saw my link to the photos taken by Nikkor 24-85 (this is to the question, did I hold it in my hands) :)
Good afternoon. Arkady, I ask for advice. I choose a “workhorse” for full frame for little money. I read your reviews on Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR SWM IF Aspherical and old Nikon AF Nikkor 28-105mm f / 3.5-4.5. I understand that the second option is more universal in terms of focal length (not counting the smaller angle). I give a report that the 105th has no stub. But ... Is there a difference in the picture of these glasses, which would have outweighed the scales? (used 105th is actually two times cheaper). Thanks.
Better VR option.
Thanks for the advice.
Thanks again for the advice. Bought Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR SWM IF Aspherical. Quite adequate standard lens for a full frame. Considering the price. (purchased for 400 cu) After reading the information about "a large number of these on the secondary housing", I shoveled it too. Didn't find “many :)”. I took a new one. Sharp, contrasting. Distortion is a little annoying. It is being treated.
And can this lens be checked accurately enough on a cropped camera? - What do I mean? - I bought one for the D7000, I plan to switch to full frame. On my copy, there is a scratch on the lens facing the matrix 5m from the edge, I'm afraid how would not come out later. What area of the rear lens is generally used? The scratch is located below, along the long side of the matrix.
A small clarification)) - not 5m but 5mm from the edge of the lens.
Tell me please, is it worth buying this lens for the D7100?
What is better in optical quality for this Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR or Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm 1: 3.5-5.6G ED?
It is possible to purchase Nikon 24-85 mm f / 3.5-4.5G IF-ED AF-S
Those. lens without a stub what can you say about the quality of this lens?
It is planned on the d5100 crop the focal ones are satisfied.
I came across an interesting comparison of picture quality on a full frame of Nikon 24-70mm f / 2.8G, Tamron SP 24-70mm f / 2.8 Di VC and Nikon 24-85mm f / 3.5-4.5G. Interesting for two reasons: the first is that a state employee got into the comparison of top-end glasses, and the fact that the comparison was carried out thoroughly both in the center and in the corners at the entire focal range and with different apertures. So, in a nutshell, the quality of Nikon 24-85 f / 3.5-4.5G at its price is more than decent, and on the crop it should be even more so since the edges will be off-screen. By the way, the owners of Nikon D7100 speak very flatteringly about the sharpness of this lens on their carcasses. I rarely use a wide angle.
Oh yes, I forgot the most important thing. :)
Link to article: http://cameralabs.org/3047-sravnenie-nikon-i-tamron-24-70mm-f28
http://www.dxomark.com/Lenses/Compare/Side-by-side/Nikon-AF-S-NIKKOR-24-85mm-F35-45G-ED-VR-on-Nikon-D3s-versus-AF-S-NIKKOR-24-120mm-f-4G-ED-VR-on-Nikon-D3s___971_628_321_628
characteristics are almost the same with the 24-120 gold ring
Good day, Arkady. Tell me, whether it is a weasel, which lens is better as a standard lens: described, Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR SWM IF Aspherical or TAMRON SP AF 28-75 mm F / 2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical. Thank you in advance.
Hello Arkady. Do you think it is worth wearing a Nikon D7000 DX-format camera on this lens? Purpose: shooting nature close-up - leaves, flowers, fruits, etc., subject photography. Do you think it is not too dark for these purposes? My budget is small, expensive glasses are too expensive, so I would like to know your impressions of how this lens behaves when shooting in macro mode, in terms of chromatic aberrations, sharpness and focusing accuracy (speed is not important). Or do these parameters vary from instance to instance? Sorry for the “bunch” of stupid questions. Thank you in advance for your answer, Thank you very much for your work. Sincerely, Alexander.
Alexander. If you are interested, I can take a few shots of this lens in conjunction with the Nikon D7000. Write just what specifically to photograph and with what settings.
I am not Alexander, but I myself am interested in such a bunch in terms of shooting portraits on a 4.5 by 85 mm aperture. Can you take a couple of shots?
Sorry to fit in, but you don't need this lens at all - it's for a full frame. Whale 18-55 VR will do your job perfectly.
Ok, I’ll take a few pictures off the link.
I will be grateful
As promised, I post the photo D7000 + Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-85mm 1: 3.5-4.5G ED VR. I do not pretend to be art. There is a Nef of 14 bits without processing and intracameral jpeg. Who downloads, unsubscribe in the topic.
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Thanks for the photo, I think it will not be a bad staffer.
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