A Review of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Lens

Nikon's original 14-24mm f/2.8 was a bit of a legend among DSLR lenses, and now, we have an updated version for the mirrorless Z mount. This fantastic video review takes a look at the new NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S lens and the kind of images you can make with it. 

Coming to you from Darren Miles, this great video review takes a look at the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S lens. The 14-24mm f/2.8 comes with a variety of features, including: 

  • Three aspherical elements for reduced distortion and increased sharpness
  • Four extra-low dispersion elements for reduced chromatic aberrations and increased clarity
  • ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coats for reduced flares and ghosting and increased contrast
  • Super Integrated Coating for more accurate colors
  • Stepping motor for quite autofocus suitable for both photo and video work
  • Customizable Control Ring
  • OLED lens panel for displaying information like aperture and depth of field
  • Customizable L.Fn button
  • Electromagnetic aperture mechanism for better exposure stability
  • Rounded nine-blade diaphragm for smoother bokeh
  • Dust- and moisture-resistant design

Altogether, the 14-24mm f/2.8 looks like a premium option for Nikon shooters that offers professional-level performance. Check out the video above for Miles' full thoughts on the lens. 

Alex Cooke's picture

Alex Cooke is a Cleveland-based portrait, events, and landscape photographer. He holds an M.S. in Applied Mathematics and a doctorate in Music Composition. He is also an avid equestrian.

Log in or register to post comments
3 Comments

I have to agree - I much prefer original content. I understand it takes much more time to create but there's much more value compared to reposting videos.

This is a phenomenal feat by Nikon beating the performance of the old lens so badly. It has been a legendary lens for so long with the f mount. I myself purchased the Tamron 15-30 f/2.8 when it came out because of its rave reviews. That was a mistake on my part and now wish I’d gone with the Nikon .
As for why Nikons new lenses are trouncing all over their old f mount line . Well it’s the new Z mount . They new the limitations they were constrained to with the f mount . The new Nikon Z mount is revolutionary and gives Nikon the freedom to create. The proof it this phenomenal 14-24 f/2.8 s , Z mount lens .

Great review, I have though a question: In architectural photography we need almost always a large depth of field, so the F2/8 versus F4 probably does not play any role in such application. And Nikon has the equally interesting 14-30/F4 with flat front element, obviously even smaller and "lighter" on the wallet. How does it stack optically, is there really a reason to get the F2.8 version for this kind of photography?