Nikon 24-70mm f4S - Rise of the UNDERDOG! [Best kit lens ever]

"Kit" lens which delivers PRO results!! In this review I test photography and video performance of a Nikon Nikkor 24-70mm f4S "kit" lens. Is it really the BEST kit lens ever?
#nikon2470f4s #nikonZ #nikonmirrorless
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[@PavSZ]

Have you ever fell in love with a kit lens?

[@paubamlengjeme]

I still enjoy using Kit lens that comes with D5300 so after watching and hearing you there’s no reason to not like it as a beginner more than anything. Thank you again. Lots of love from 🇮🇳

[@forthwest694]

The Fujifilm 18-55mm is the best kit lens I've ever used. That being said, I just switched to the Z6 with a 24-70mm, so I'm pretty stoked to compare!

[@bartoszsnoch51]

Lumix mft 12-60 kits were nice as well

[@pkbr65]

the Canon 24 - 105 F4. Great lens.

[@MysticApertureStudios]

Completely agree with you. This lens is stunning. This is the perfect video lens, it rarely loses focus and the zoom range is perfect for run and gun videography.

[@douglasritchie2836]

This little lens is sharper than the latest F mount 24-70 2.8, I have had super sharp 24x36 inch prints from it on the Z7/Z7II.

[@PavSZ]

it really is good but people can't get past the "kit" bit

[@hussainaljoher5744]

Thank you for the detailed information 👏

[@Ritalie]

1:20 "There is something about it." This is the Nikon experience. You can't quite explain it using mathematics, or specifications. But there is something beautiful about Nikon. I'll never forget the first experience using Nikon with my D3300 with the kit lens. The D3300 is so razor sharp, I am really finding it impossible to switch to another brand of camera. Nikon clearly cares about their customers, and not just specifications and numbers.

[@PavSZ]

I don't dispute for one second that Nikon experience is excellent. I do love Nikon colours but I also use Panasonic, Fuji, Sigma and Sony cameras .... only Sony, although spec wise way above the rest, has got worse colour than Nikon. Rest are very similar

[@r1berto1]

Call me biased. I'm a grandfather now and have been using Nikon since my teen years. My first was an F2 (back in the film days) later switched to digital. Have recently switched to the Z line about a year ago. Nikon may not be the most advanced cameras. But their lenses and colors are second to none.

[@Tinythingsinnature]

I also have Nikon D3300. Using it since 2016. I love its compact body and versatility in photography for different genera. I mainly using this camera for macro photography. Switching to mirroless Nikon Z7ii.

[@wirinharwirjawan6422]

Great info and thanks for sharing.

[@oc2phish07]

What a lovely video. I found you after searching on KZbin for Nikon Z 24-70 F4. I have bought one of these now for my new Nikon Zf. Your video was very enjoyable for several reasons; good review itself, great pics and video and excellent choice of music. I have, of course, now subscribed.

[@PavSZ]

Awesome, thank you! Glad my video was helpful!

[@Ansonandco]

damn that is kit lens?! truly a rise of the underdog ;-) great video my friend!

[@doogieham]

Pav, you’re videos are so inspiring. When I’m bored with a specific lens, all I have to do is watch one of your videos showcasing that lens and I’m immediately re-energized about its possibilities.

[@PavSZ]

thank you so much!!! I'm glad that I can help you to be inspired. Keep shooting!

[@swapneeldeo9796]

Thank you so much for making this video and sharing the images and video that comes out of the camera. 🔥❤️...very detailed review...the lens is underrated just like you. 😀

[@PavSZ]

Thank you so much!

[@creamynessification]

i was surprised when i used it for video! amazing quality!

[@TMM6900]

Finally someone did a review i wanna see. With actual sample photos and long enough show time to view

[@PavSZ]

thank you for watching!

[@DaHuntress]

Your videos are amazing! I’m surprised you don’t have more subs

[@PavSZ]

Thank you so much!

[@martindemanable]

thanks great work!

[@photoventureselp]

Great review! I personally believe that the only annoying thing about this lens is the heavy lens correction that Nikon applies to its profile. Something that also cannot be controlled through Lightroom or ACR as it is embedded in the raw file. So at 24mm, the lens loses much of its field of view in regards to other 24-70 lenses.

[@TheDogadobo]

Hope your safe. Thanks for posting this vid.

[@PavSZ]

All good. Thanks

[@dominiqueleblanc2193]

Would be nice if they offered the 14-30 also as a kit with the z series.

[@KiraMalek]

Beautiful photos

[@PavSZ]

Thank you

[@kiterav]

Good Video!

[@PavSZ]

Thanks!

[@thikboi6074]

0:54 great kit-ty lens too 🥰

[@PavSZ]

haha! yes!

[@r1berto1]

Some call it a kit lens cause it comes with the camera. I find myself using it for most of the pictures I take. (my everyday carry) Not the preferred lens for astro-photography but I did get me some nice images of the milky-way.

[@PavSZ]

I still use it more than I ever expected I would - great lens

[@gonzotravelling]

Just ordered a "near mint" used copy for £400. All the reviews make this sounds like a cracking small lens to make up my walkabout / travel kit.

[@PavSZ]

that's a good deal! great lens

[@somnathmohanta371]

I'm using it almost 3yr and trust me best lens for z system at this price point for both photo or video

[@PavSZ]

it is!

[@jprzybylski]

I love your reviews. Just saying.

[@PavSZ]

Thank you very much!

[@markshirley01]

Hi - thanks for the review - what gimbal did you use at the end of the video and is Nlog easy to grade.

[@PavSZ]

I use Zhiyun Crane 2 and N-Log is easier to grade than Sony's S-log

[@Marvosvids]

Hi great review, like your technique. Love the grading! If capturing straight to card in camera, what settings would enable me to achieve closest to what you achieved in this video grading N log? Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@markshirley01]

@@Marvosvids Nikons flat profile

[@---Vi---]

Hi, which lens would be better as a prime/first one for nikon z5, specially if I'm also planning to do some paid job with it: this one, nikkor 24-200mm f4-6.3 or just a regular nikkor 50mm f1.8?

[@PavSZ]

Although I am a HUGE fan of 50mm lenses, I have to say that any of those two zooms will be more versatile for you. I had no chance to use 24-200 Nikon lens yet but I do like those super zooms for their range

[@vishanthgp]

I bought the nylon z6ii and bought the "kit lens 24-70mm f4". I got it cause I thought it's cheaper to buy at a kit and that I will just give it away to my friend. But after using it I was blown away. I have the holy trinity of nylon f mount lenses and this kit lens just blows the f mount lens out of the water. Like the f mount 24-70mm f2.8 was inferior in image quality than this so called " kit lens". And my only complain was that the images are sharp like disturbingly sharp. I decided to keep the lens 😂🤣

[@PavSZ]

it is a very good lens!

[@RedStar89]

I recently switched from my first dslr nikon d5500 and bought a z6 kit. I was shocked by the image quality of the 24-70 f4 s. I really asked myself is this really a "kit Lens" ?? It felt more like a proper lens i would use on a photo or video paid job because of the image quality and the great focusing it offers

[@PavSZ]

I do use this 24-70 f4 on paid commercial jobs regularly

[@RedStar89]

@@PavSZ I will also. Amazing lens

[@r1berto1]

I parted with all my older DSLRs when I purchased my Z6 about a year ago. I did keep a RED D5500 and a couple of lenses for sentimental reasons.

[@luzoliver]

Olá, gostaria de ver a performance dessa câmera Z6 com a lente 24-70 dentro do estúdio. Obrigado por compartilhar.

[@PavSZ]

Dziekuje za Twoj komentarz ale niestety nie rozumiem

[@JoeSwallows]

Picked up mine just today but since it is my first mirrorless camera I haven’t got the hang of it yet!

[@PavSZ]

Good choice! Just keep shooting!

[@JoeSwallows]

@@PavSZ I will!

[@weezyg.5724]

This was my favorite kit lens ever...until I tried the Canon 24-105mm, the canon is bigger tho but gives you more reach, also is sharper.

[@PavSZ]

I use Sony 24-105 f4 - this is way better quality

[@patrick.771]

@@PavSZ good to hear that. When Tony NOrthrup testet the Nikon vs the Sony 24-105, the Sony was much sharper. Couldn't 100% believe that as many reviews showed that the 24-70 is impressive. I'm looking for a comparison to Fuji zoom lenses but couldn't find one yet. I'm still not sure if I should go for Nikon Z6 or Fuji :)

[@stevebourne6826]

I'm really tired of the kit lens term. It refers to a cheap lens that is included with a camera to meet a price point. This is a S lens. The finest lens lineup that Nikon makes. The lens arguably is one of the best lenses that Nye-Kon has ever made.

[@PavSZ]

it is a kit lens. It is sold in kits with the camera

[@rainbowtrash1625]

These are available excellent condition used under $400 USD all day. INSANE value.

[@PavSZ]

superb

[@Isaypreach]

What would be the sharpest aperture for the lens in ur opinion good brother?

[@PavSZ]

this and most of the new breed of lenses for mirrorless cameras don't have dramatic drop off in sharpness wide open or when aperture is closed. This lens in my opinion performs very well across the board

[@Isaypreach]

@@PavSZ interesting. I believe for me i see a lil vignetting at f4 however last night i did some test shots and at f8 it was very sharp. Thanks for the reply good brother

[@AnythingGasoline]

The lens is Very light!? It’s the heaviest kit lens I’ve ever handled.. the build quality of the 24-70 is very very good imo.

[@PavSZ]

It's light for 24-70

[@likedontcostmoney5595]

i hate the look of kit lens ........... but you making very nice videos bro

[@PavSZ]

thanks

[@iyot1020]

would i pay $1000 for this? no, but I got one for $350 factory refurb and its a great lens even on my z50

[@PavSZ]

Nice!

[@TheSlackassCrew]

Sharp indeed but the reason why I sold it was because of F4. Like that's it

[@PavSZ]

unfortunately wide aperture of f2.8 or f1.8 doesn't really make a lens better (or worse). I shoot a lot of food photography commercially with 50mm f1.4. Always set to f4. That's were it needs to be to give me the best results that I need in that type of photography. This lens can surely deliver high pro results at f4

[@MenniePlay]

For Zoom lens, paying for more F is waste for me. It not increase quality. I pay for prime lens instead if I need more F. Better quality.

[@evgeniydimarchuk7616]

What kind of wristwatch do you have?

[@PavSZ]

very cheap, digital watch from Amazon: amzn.to/3LVCJKJ

[@evgeniydimarchuk7616]

But this is not the clock that is on the video.

[@evgeniydimarchuk7616]

@@PavSZ There are hands on your watch and the style of the strap is completely different and there are more buttons

[@PavSZ]

@@evgeniydimarchuk7616 oh sorry! That video was made very long time ago - that was Seconda watch - it broke

[@evgeniydimarchuk7616]

Thx

[@BlueBull2604]

This or the 24-120mm F4?

[@PavSZ]

50mm f1.2

[@danielmcdonald9917]

I heard the 24-200 vr kit lens is a bit better then this

[@PavSZ]

is there 24-200vr kit lens for Z mount?

[@danielmcdonald9917]

@@PavSZ yea u get it as a kit lens on the nikon z5

[@davidliao7961]

Don't forget it's an S line lense.

[@PavSZ]

it is

[@AugmentedGravity]

I prefer the RF 24-105 F4L

[@bjure8111]

Not really compatible with z6 or z7 ;)

[@AugmentedGravity]

@@bjure8111 Ehm... what?

[@bjure8111]

@@AugmentedGravity he's reviewing the z mount lens, and your comment is about a total different mount... So... Eehm what? 😂

[@AugmentedGravity]

@@bjure8111 Yes? He's reviewing a Z mount LENS, and i said i prefer the optical quality of the RF 24-105 and the range it gives you which are both better than the 24-70 F4S, which the title states is the "best kit lens ever". And you come here talking about a camera body and think i'm the one not making any sense.

[@bjure8111]

@@AugmentedGravity I also have the 24-105 RF L lens.. But I do not consider it to be a "kit lens" just because it sells in a bundle...

[@Ritalie]

Those photos you are showing, especially the cow, just jump off the screen. I can't recall seeing any test photos from any other camera reviews having the same artistic impression on me. It's subjective, but it seems universally agreed upon that Nikon has some of the best color science, and photo science of any company.

[@PavSZ]

Thank you very much! Thanks for watching!

[@r1berto1]

That was a cow? I though it was someone's in-law.

[@rds990]

Sorry but as a working pro using Nikon gear (Z9, D5, Z6ii) I have to say build quality is cheap and image quality is sub-par.

[@PavSZ]

the image quality this lens produces is not a problem. It would not be a problem for 99% of clients who paid for photography. It might not deliver desired results or it might not please you as a creative but it is sharp and it is certainly good enough for professional work. Clients do not care about those things, we photographers do. It is not build like Nikon lenses used to be, fact but it is also very cheap, especially when bought with a camera

[@stuazt]

I prefer f2.8😂

[@PavSZ]

who doesn't?

[@frederikvanreusel]

It isn't really a kit lens for $1000 :p

[@PavSZ]

It is referred to as a kit lens because it is bundled in kits with Z6 and Z7 cameras

[@Digmen1]

I don't think there is any difference between a kit lens and another lens Its just that they put it in a box with a camera

[@PavSZ]

in this case yes but usually kit lens is of inferior quality (cheap) than pretty much anything else

[@rotvonrat]

Ok for everyday pictures, but nothing more. Only a good kit lens.

[@PavSZ]

So could I not use it professionally everyday? Is the quality of pictures taken with this lens not good enough for paid work?

[@MenniePlay]

Pav SZ paid work will be focus on post processing. Lens not the big Prob.

[@patrick.771]

Nigel Danson uses that lens for professional landscape photography and calls it his "favourite lens".