Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens Rental in Japan

Product Summary:

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR is a highly versatile professional-grade standard zoom lens for Nikon F-mount photographers in Japan. It covers an essential 5x zoom range, from moderate wide-angle 24mm to medium telephoto 120mm, all with a constant, bright f/4 maximum aperture.

This lens is ideal for high-quality travel, portraiture, and event photography, providing excellent flexibility without compromising on image quality. It features Nikon’s advanced VR II Image Stabilization, two ED elements, three Aspherical elements, and the Nano Crystal Coat for superior optical performance.

Quick Highlights:

• Professional Standard Zoom: Covers the highly versatile 24mm to 120mm range with a constant f/4 aperture.
• Constant Aperture: Fixed f/4 maximum aperture for consistent light gathering, exposure, and depth of field control throughout the zoom.
• Effective Stabilization: Equipped with VR II Image Stabilization, effectively reducing camera shake for sharp handheld results.
• High Optical Quality: Includes 2 ED and 3 Aspherical elements plus Nano Crystal Coat to suppress aberrations, ghosting, and flare.
• Fast Focus Override: Features M/A mode, allowing instant switching from autofocus to manual focus.
• Travel-Friendly Weight: A comfortable weight of approximately 710 grams for an FX constant aperture zoom.

Product Details / Description:

This 24-120mm f/4 lens is designed to be a high-performance primary lens, delivering professional results across a very useful focal range. Whether capturing wide Japanese landscapes or intimate portraits, the constant f/4 aperture provides reliability and quality in diverse lighting conditions.

About the Product

The AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR features an optical construction of 17 elements in 12 groups. To maintain high sharpness across the substantial zoom range, it incorporates two Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements and three Aspherical lens elements. The Nano Crystal Coat is included to significantly reduce the internal reflections that cause ghosting and flare.

The VR II (Vibration Reduction) system is highly effective at minimizing blur from camera shake. The lens uses the SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quick and quiet autofocus. A key feature is the M/A mode, which enables the photographer to instantly switch to precise manual focusing simply by turning the focus ring, without needing to change switches on the lens or camera body.

Key Features

• Constant f/4 aperture offers a balance of light gathering and portability.
• VR II stabilization is essential for sharp images at the 120mm end.
• M/A mode allows for seamless manual focus adjustments during AF shooting.
• Minimum focusing distance of 0.45m.
• Professional 77mm filter size.

Technical Specifications

What’s in the box (Included Items):

• AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens
• Lens Hood
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• Dedicated Case
• Protective Filter (attached to the lens)

Where This Product Can Be Used:

• General travel and sightseeing in Japan, covering most common scenarios.
• Portrait photography at the 120mm end for beautiful background separation.
• Event and documentary photography with consistent performance indoors and out.
• Landscape and architectural photography starting at the versatile 24mm wide angle.

Why Tourists Rent From Us

• English-speaking customer support for easy communication.
• Accept foreign credit cards for hassle-free payment.
• No Japanese phone number required for booking or communication.
• Offer hotel & Airbnb delivery across major Japanese cities.
• Easy return for travelers with convenient shipping options.

Book with Jasumo:

If you are ready to rent this product, you can contact us with the Product Name, the Rental start date and end date, your delivery Location, and other important details you want to share. After we get a request from you, our team will start communicating with you as soon as possible.

Faqs:

Why should I choose the constant f/4 version over a variable aperture kit lens?

The constant f/4 aperture offers two major advantages: first, it provides consistent exposure settings as you zoom, simplifying workflow. Second, it allows more light into the camera than the typical f/5.6 or f/6.3 apertures found on most entry-level zoom lenses at the long end, which improves low-light performance and allows for better subject isolation.

What does the VR II Image Stabilization do for this lens?

The VR II system effectively reduces camera shake, allowing you to shoot handheld at shutter speeds slower than typically recommended. This is particularly useful in lower light environments or when shooting at the 120mm telephoto end, helping to ensure that your images remain sharp and blur-free.

What is the effective focal length when mounted on a Nikon DX (APS-C) camera?

When mounted on a Nikon DX-format camera, the 24-120mm focal length is effectively multiplied by 1.5x, giving you an equivalent field of view of approximately 36mm to 180mm. This transforms the lens into a short telephoto zoom, excellent for portraiture and isolating subjects, though the wide end becomes less wide.

What is the benefit of the M/A mode?

The M/A mode (Manual-priority Autofocus) allows the photographer to seamlessly override the autofocus and make immediate manual focus adjustments simply by rotating the focus ring. This is highly beneficial for fine-tuning focus when the camera’s AF system slightly misses the intended subject, or when shooting subjects with complex compositions.

How do the ED and Aspherical elements maintain quality across the zoom range?

The 2 ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements correct chromatic aberration, which causes color fringing. The 3 Aspherical elements correct spherical aberration and distortion. In a zoom lens that covers a large range (24mm to 120mm), these elements are essential for ensuring high sharpness, contrast, and minimal distortion from the wide end through the telephoto end.