Nikon Z 24-120/4 S - First Look, First Images | Image Downloads | Matt Irwin

[@dietmardejori1161]

Nice to see that after 2 years of tough australian pandemic you haven't lost your sense of humor. The 24-120 has been ordered and will make me happy from february2022 until all times.

[@laranitasantana]

I just go it today from Nikon online order. It is impressive. Best lens for my Z6ii

[@LastXwitness]

I was all about it for F Mount.. this lens let me fly through a ton of looks in the studio for high volume commercial work. Not having to swap lenses and jsut flying through perspectives allowed me to get more options for clients faster and shoot more for the day. That lens was great even with a few short comings. But they seemed to have fix all those issues and threw in the control ring plus function button. It’s also def better construction in my opinion… I swear if they made a 2.8 version while it’s be huge and pricey I’d rob a bank for it lol

[@felixd6001]

Urh . . man . . . That is All I need ! I only shoot concerts and evening parades ! HI wouldn't blame anyone for the hugeness of a 2.8 version! 'X D

[@georgeblack_wetumpka]

I just bought this lens today expecting it Friday. I struggle with the weight of my 2.8 and 1.8 lenses as I travel on vacations. My wife tells me there is no wonder your back hurts every time she picks up my bag. I'm going to Italy in a few months and I intend to go with only 2 lenses the 24-120 for every day and my 50mm 1.8 for evening candids. Thank you for your review!

[@scothowe539]

I've been saving for my next lens. Excited about this one. I love the 24-70 f4 but that extra reach will be welcomed. Thanks for the video.

[@exert2020]

replacing the 24-70 f4 with this is a no brainer. The way the images just pop with this is stunning!

[@coltoncyr2283]

I bet this lens becomes one of their best sellers! This looks amazing! Once I see these popping up used I'll be grabbing this!

[@gosman949]

good luck getting one used. I just now got a new one. See me in a few years!

[@Michael-qv7pn]

As a tip, in the nikon store europe (probably usa too), usually they give you a coupon code of 15% (or 30%) on non discounted products, even if you buy just like a backpack or stuff. So i got the small 40mm f2 there, got the coupon code, and got the 24-120 f4 at a "low" price because basically every retailer here sales it for the same full price since its out

[@carlmarch603]

Awesome quick look at this lens! I ordered it with the 100-400, as it will give me a two-lens (+ TCs) travel kit that covers almost everything. Hope you and yours have a fantastic holiday!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thanks so much Carl :) You too.

[@stanspb763]

Looks like another winner for travel and general shooting. I have and love the 24-70 f/4 S and use it on a high percentage of paid shoots, it is that good so the 24-120 might be the next addition when the 70-200 is more weight and size than needed. Tomorrow I have a session of 40 actors for audition videos and portraits so the D850 will be back up again and Z6 with 85 1.8 S and 24-70 f/4 for the videos. Every time I get flooded with posts complaining about the Z6 cameras not being good enough or impossible to focus I simply block them now. After all this time if they have not read their manual or learned how to use the camera they are not worth wasting time trying to help. Just like last week when shot a master class and portfolio images for child actors, and their mothers, not a single wasted frame. Why every shot in events, dance recitals, ballet, and stage plays, the images just turn out great but these people are buying $3k in a camera and a lens and do not bother learning how to use the camera. Wednesday I shot an entire play premiere plus hundreds of stills in low ambient light looking into spots,a bad combination. the Z6 tracked the actors all over the stage well, with almost no intervention by me while I shot stills. Afterward, we did interviews of the audience members for later promotions and the lead actor greeting and signing autographs for fans was as simple as one could want. Zero missed focus. The Z6 over 3 years ago was the fastest return on investment in years. The shot of the sun in the frame was the most impressive trait, no F mount would handle that as well.

[@djvincon]

Same for me, the 24-70f4s gives me al great lens for all situations. I always rent the 24-70f2.8s for bigger harder lighted gigs and both run stellar on my z6 and even more since the 3.40 update. For everything not sports there far better than people say.

[@jfinneynowable]

Thanks for your wonderfully helpful comments!

[@erichramone7812]

Irwin! Thanks for all of these great uploads lately. I’m super stoked you picked up birding again. Thanks again!! Can’t wait til you get your ZED NINE

[@keithsandercock1412]

Mine arrived December 16th. This is now the 4th generation Nikon 24-120mm lens I have owned [two with variable apertures, two with fixed f4.0]. A basic workhorse.

[@jb4418]

Pre-ordered. Delivery set to 21.12.2021. Can't wait to get it. Replaces the F mount one for my Z6.

[@ericmilner4367]

I received my 24-120 S a few days ago and so glad to see that you find your zoom ring also stiffer than the other S zooms.

[@jpdj2715]

That 24-120 looks organic, natural. As my Z 28/2.8 has arrived for me today, you now gave me a GAS moment here. Even with all the 4K video impact applied to it.

[@jpdj2715]

And while we blabber about the character of a lens, we forget that the brides in our paid photos only verify that they look like supermodels.

[@JasonLorette]

Matt while extending the lens "Oh gosh, that is nice and firm, wow. Some might think of that as a bit too stiff"...Jason almost spits coffee on keyboard...Ha Ha Ha. This is probably going to be my next lens in the Z lineup...although that 28-75 2.8 is some tempting. Great review as always Matt. :)

[@tdalton854]

My wife was listening to this as I watched. She got quite the chuckle.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Lol this is what happens when I do one take, no rehearsal without a script. I blame Kai.

[@JasonLorette]

@@MattIrwinPhotography ha ha have me a good chuckle this morning! 😎

[@OriginalWatchcow]

I wanted this as a kit lens on day one release of the original Z6. I have been using the F-mount version and FTZ since I got my Z5. I had the lens and use it with my D700 and D800 for years. This lens found a home, warts and all, among wedding and event photographers all over. I think of this lens like a minivan, not especially cool or sexy like it's sporty f2.8 brethren, but reliable, versatile, and affordable. I just can't use those 24-70 class lenses anymore because I find I am constantly bumping into that upper focal length and the internal debate starts; do I swap cameras, do I swap lenses, or do I just make do and crop it after the fact. With the 24-120, I don't have that issue nearly as often. Thanks for the preview, I look forward to seeing more real life use. Direct comparison to the F-mount 24-120 would be interesting.

[@anthonyroffe5628]

Let's see some landscapes please Matt.Thanks for this.

[@thejohnnerparty]

Yes. It is definitely on my list.

[@klaus-hermannotto8289]

Hi Matt, lovely and great test as always.😘 This is certainly the best all around lens for the Z! Merry christmas time and a wonderful healthy new year…

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thanks so much, you too :)

[@PilotJimL]

Sold my Z 24-200 and will sell my Z 24-70 when my Z 24-120 comes in. I always preferred that range.

[@ernie28ernie]

Wow, great content, superb images and a fantastic soundtrack! Really like this video! :)

[@gepwxaqdfsidsesg1548]

The soundtrack did eventually fade out but at the beginning I couldn't here Mat speak because music was too loud.

[@blackskull505]

Just got mine and I will confirm everything Matt said. It’s a fantastic lens. A must have! 😂

[@exert2020]

This lens looks stunning. Definitely going to purchase to replace my 24-70 f4. Nice video!

[@exert2020]

😭 6 months on, still waiting on delivery.

[@realpropertyview8469]

An entrance last night wearing that jumper would have made the evening even more memorable! Cheers!

[@josephsworkshop75]

Impressive lens matt. Looking forward to trying it out. 👍🏻

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Yeah Joe, I feel optically extraordinary for it's price point ...

[@jeffreyneville9769]

Tis is the first Z mount lens I ordered for my future Z9, hope to get the lens within 2 weeks, camera, that's another story. Would like to see some portrait shots wide open as others have stated to see how the Bokeh looks but the corner to corner sharpness looks great and the color as always looks great on a Nikon. You basically did nothing more than bring up shadows and a bit of brightness control and those images are ready for the printer. Thanks for the preview, look forward to full review.

[@StephanKempchen]

Thank you Matt. I’m waiting for my Z24-120/4S here in Germany. I should get it next week, right before Christmas. Merry Christmas time to you and your loved ones AND all the BEST for the new year. Cheers 🥂

[@derrickm9808]

Great to see your shots and that you like this lens Matt !, happy I just got mine yesterday(Dec 16) sooner than expected,....have not been able to use it much yet,but in the limited shooting arround the house it looks sharp including edges and corners and minimal vigneting on light backgrounds wide open and at 24,I like that it is a little smaller and noticeably lighter that my wonderful 24-70 2.8 but with a nice amount more reach, great build quality, I think it is a great lens and focal length that I will probably use the most. I really like my f mount 24-120 f4 and this one is probably better .

[@bbowles3]

Have you done any sharpness comparisons vs the 2.8 version?

[@stevengeorges9046]

Yes, I have been waiting for this lens, and yes I will be getting it. The S lenses have earned their quality reputation. The 70-200 and longer lenses are the only F mount lenses I still shoot with. The FTZ adaptor works great!

[@LarryHopper]

Mine has been on backorder since 8 November and I am eager to use it.

[@darcyfriesen7866]

great first look! I backordered one day one at my local camera store - I'm looking forward to the phone call (soon, I hope). It'll be paired with the Z6ii for me (bought without a lens - with the hopes that the lens would surface, and it has!

[@derMumer]

thanks a lot lot for your insights of this very interesting lens! As a landscape lover I often take pictures in bad weather conditions in which I simply don' want to change the lens to keep the sensor clean. Or in situations where I just dont't have the time to change the lens (sunrise or sunset is a thing of very few minutes in Germany). So yes, this lens is very very high on top of my Nikkor wishlist. Thanks a lot for your entertaining in informative channel, good on ya mate and happy holidays.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Pleasure. You too.

[@christhomas5846]

Next time I come in I must bring Mark a coffee as I am sure we will end up in another long conversation. God help me if you are there Matt as I feel I would end up talking your ears off. Do have to get on the stairmaster though to get up all those stairs! It is further up than it looks from the bottom!! Hope you get your Z9 for christmas Matt.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Would be awesome. Yeah it is 42 steps. 😀

[@christhomas5846]

@@MattIrwinPhotography 42!!!! No wonder the space feels so good. It is the Answer😃

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

@@christhomas5846 Life, the universe and everything .....

[@artsilva]

The examples of controlled CA, sharpness and depth has me sold. I was about to pull the trigger on the 24-200 but that is not an S lens and the trade off is that one is VR and the 24-120 is not. However I prioritize optics over stabilization any day of the week, and at $200US more I think this lens is the way to go for almost every situation, it also looks to be the perfect backpacking backcountry landscape kit which I am looking for. This and the 14-30mm f4 or even the 20mm f1.8 is all you really need for a long hike.

[@josefujiramos6508]

Preordered and already received my notification it’s on the way. Been wanting this focal length for my air to air shoots. Seems it’s gonna be everything I hoped for. Happy holidays.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Congrats Jose. Happy Holidays.

[@mikecarnes8287]

I just bought this lens and I love it

[@merkin22]

Sweet lens -- the image quality is wow. Love the sweater. Merry Christmas!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thank you! You too Steven. Yeah the IQ is very impressive. :)

[@gerryphilpott9766]

Can't wait for my pre-order on this lens to come in from Adorama. (They are slower than the others.) The Z 100-400mm is shipping today from Nikon US so very excited to see that next week. Now I have the unholy trinity with the 14-30, 24-120 and 100-400. I have the 24-200 for a one lens trip and two primes. I'm done for a long time and very happy indeed.

[@patrickmolloy6994]

if I didn't already have the z24-70/4 and the z70-200/2.8 I might've been tempted. Anyway, I also have the z24-200 as my travel lens. Great video...on my 5K iMac screen the colours pop.

[@Zeppy007]

Great video Matt...I ordered the Z 24-120 the Z9 and just got notified that my Z 100-400 is on the way from Adorama 🙂

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

So exciting. Congratulations 😀

[@lesladbrook4508]

I bought mine today 22/12/2021, pick it up tomorrow, wow what to look forward to Matt :-)

[@tdalton854]

Enjoyed the vid. Really like the street shots you take and show. I’ve only been in Nikon world for a few months and had picked up a used f mount 24-120 for my Z6II. Turned into my favorite lens so need to pull the trigger on this one to get away from the ftz mount. Thanks

[@ukaussie1969]

Wow, so looking forward to getting this lens. I ordered it on day of release and Nikon took my money yesterday! Fingers crossed that it’ll arrive for Christmas 😊

[@joshuaconti989]

As an avid fan (despite its flaws) of the F 24-120- this looks like they took all my concerns and perfected an already quite useful lens. And this is just another reason why the future is mirrorless. It's not so much about the camera as it is about how the goalposts are being moved ahead by the continual improvement in glass.

[@csc-photo]

I was hoping to get my 24-120 this week (B&H started shipping yesterday) but it looks like I'll be waiting a little longer. So, I grabbed the MC 105 while it was in stock 😎

[@csc-photo]

24-120 arrived today! 🤗

[@JasinBoland]

I like the new MI haha! Great vid as usual buddy!

[@DECKARD263354BR]

Really Jealous you have received your copy before me !! Thanks for the preview Matt, this seems like a worthy upgrade to my 24-70 f4s ,I can't wait for mine !!!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Sorry about that. I had an order in with the store, and suddenly out of nowhere I had a call. I hope yours is not too far away :)

[@DECKARD263354BR]

@@MattIrwinPhotography No need to be sorry Matt, your video cured my anxiety about upgrading from my 24-70 f4s, this lens looks stellar !! Happy shooting !!

[@JBurtonTenor]

This is lovely. It’s on my next to buy list for sure.

[@logtothebase2]

Would like to see it in a variety of portrait settings, just to understand at f4 how well it will soften backgrounds at various focal lengths, with it close focus to fill the frame with head and shoulders at all AOV

[@Artem-pe3sb]

At the longer end it should be the same as my 70-200/f4 at the shorter one. I'd say f4 is not enough for portraits but it's very subjective. As for me 70-200/f4 starts working for shoulder portraits at 160 and longer.

[@StephanKempchen]

@@Artem-pe3sb It depends where u shoot portraits. In a Studio which is big enough to use 85 mm or more it should be okay.

[@r1berto1]

I'm using it on a Z6ii. Great lens. Good reach and sharpness. It is replacing my Z 24-70 f/4 / S as my all around lens. It should be, is an expensive hunk of glass.

[@JRodPhotoArt]

Excellent review, Love to see Nikon making so many lens options. I have the 24-200 and love it, this one is not on my "to get" list, but maybe?

[@edbritelight7683]

As I am living in f-mount and z-mount universe at the same time, i am wondering how this new z 24-120 compares to my f 24-120. I guess sharper in the corners…but besides that? Maybe no need I‘ll continue to adapt my old lens with the FTZ adapter and wait until an in-depth comparison convinces me. Maybe Nikon Ricki will do the job 😅

[@Ranimatta]

Great review as always, I'm sold on this lens. I'll be in Melbourne the first week after NY, so I hope I manage to get sometime to visit your gallery. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year mate

[@jamesdotd53]

Mine is on its way!

[@michael-4k4000]

Irwin got the HOLY GRAIL lens! OMG 😲 😱 😲 😱

[@ernie28ernie]

First Arnie Irwin, now female Matt Irwin, the way to go! :) :) :)

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

LOL :)

[@johnnyutah7299]

I love your street sign BTW.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thanks Johnny, there is nothing like real neon !!! :)

[@laurentgoossens9709]

seems to be an amazing lens, but waiting for the 28-75 2.8

[@jsbatra]

definitely getting this lens

[@cryptographerchris4856]

Would love a comparison to the Z 24-200mm lens?

[@ericlarson6180]

I love my F mount version of this lens. I was considering the 24-200 but will definitely opt for the 24-120 for my next Z mount purchase

[@dfinlay587]

Thanks Matt. I am so mad at myself at not ordering this earlier. But I just got my 105, and am still reeling from that one. This looks to be a fantastic lens for my travel photography.

[@ytr8989]

Looks good. Another 1,100 dollar lens. In the future you could have a 24-120 f4 and 28-70 F2.8 shoot out. For travel, the 24-120 seems the better choice. But, I prefer to have the greater reach of its 24-200.

[@ALWH1314]

I love this range, perfect for one lens travel, the only thing missing is VR, VR+IBIS can ensure perfect hand held shooting in travel and can be very useful on Z5 and Ffc. Sony Canon all have 24-105 f4 and all are stabilized.

[@gosman949]

and how much are those stabilized Canons?

[@mattiasbacklund5617]

Lens VR eats battery because it is active as long as the body is active. While DSLR activates VR only when focus is active.

[@gosman949]

@@mattiasbacklund5617 good point. Nothing takes the place of a steady hand and proper positioning and breathing.

[@AntonLitvin87]

AF speed and accuracy, pleeease! 🥺 Amazing review for my morning, thank you for such good news! ☺️☀️

[@bartg8172]

Hi Matt. To reveal the Chromatic Aberration and Distortion, just uncheck these boxes or use the sliders in the Lens Correction. Also set the Purple Fringing to zero. This will show the lens's uncorrected image. When doing that for the Z24-200 for images @24mm you are in for a little shock when looking at the corners which is one of the reasons I want to trade that one for the Z24-120.

[@exert2020]

I'm so happy. Just received my 24-120! I don't know why but it seems so much better than the 24-70f4 kit lens, although that was still great. First impressions I've noticed it has better contrast, dynamic range and most noticeable is the sound & action when taking a shot. Why does it feel sooo much snappier than my other lenses? Surely it should be the same when the shutter speed is equal...what am I hearing? Less internal action?

[@GeoChild]

Great review, Matt! I have this lens on pre-order. I also have the 24-200 Z lens as well. I can't afford the 100-400 lens at the moment, so I won't be getting rid of the 24-200 since that is my only longer telephoto lens for landscapes. If Nikon releases a more affordable longer telephoto like Canon has only then will I consider not using my 24-200. The 24-120 will be for portraits and events/performance photography.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Good call Brian, I do think the 200-600 will be cheaper than the 100-400 ... sometime next year. :) Cheers Matt

[@GeoChild]

@@MattIrwinPhotography Cheers!

[@gosman949]

but the 100-400 is well worth it. I know because I have one.

[@tbtrieste2]

Nice bit of kit. Crop sensor doesn't give extra reach, just a cropped field of view. Crop sensor option would use fewer of the sensor's pixels.

[@kaminobatto]

The pictures look great! I do believe that Capture One is correcting CA though because you could see it around the contrasting edges for a split second while the files are being rendered. But in any case, the results are brilliant!

[@paulhab7267]

Great video Matt lovely lens ,Might get rid of my 24-70mm f4 and get this 😊👌

[@g00nther]

I'll get this with the Z6II when I pick one up next year...or the Z8 😁Would love to see how it compares with the 24-70

[@jamesspicewilliams8835]

I pulled the trigger on the 24-200mm too soon. This was the lens I was looking for. Currently I have the 14-30 f4, 50mm f1.8, 85mm f1.8 and the 24-200mm. This one will replace the 85mm and the 24-200. Doing portraits, events and travel these days.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

I would hold onto the 85mm 1.8 if you can, that is a great low light and portrait lens :)

[@SouravBanik90]

I got it yesterday. Gotta watch your take on it.

[@simonmiles1972]

I have mine on order. Could make a superb landscape lens - provided stopped down quality is there into the corners on the Z7. Long enough to not need a tele lens. Pair with a wider prime or zoom and you have everything covered in just two lenses and close enough that it makes no difference to 2kg for camera and lenses (back in the day when I shot large format my film and holders weighed that much alone!). Very excited about this lens.

[@Skye_the_toller]

I really think to sale my 24-70 2.8 and by this one… so versatile! Combine with the 100-400 (that I am waiting for!), it will be great

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Great combo Skye ...

[@roybixby6135]

I wouldn't 🦘

[@ernie28ernie]

Darn, if I hadn't already my 24-70 2.8 I would make you an offer now! :) I like the longer focal range a lot and use it a lot with my D850, but the Z 24-70 is sooo good, I will not part with it...

[@Skye_the_toller]

@@ernie28ernie it is true! May be I will make some tests… cropping the picture to match the 100mm vs 70mm and compare the results… with Z7ii or the Z9, may be the picture will be as good… and not lose more money to sell the lens and buy a new one…

[@michael-4k4000]

Need your help Mr Irwin, I am debating weather to get the 24-120 f4. I currently have the 20, 50, and 85 1.8, the 14-24, 24-70, 70-200 2.8, 14-30, 24-70 f4, 105 2.8 macro all are S line. Am thinking about selling the 24-70 f4 and get the 24-120 f4 as I don’t need 2 24-70’s. What are your thoughts? I also have the 2 DX lenses 18-50, and 50-250. I have the Z6ll, Z7, Z50 and Zfc. I did preorder the Z9 thanks to u sir!

[@jamesedwardpics]

that's a lot of z gear! : )

[@eldindokara7868]

No. Those are better lenses. Why would you another?

[@JasinBoland]

I'm giving it a run on my Zfc next week!

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Awesome mate, we need to have a Prague-Winter-Christmas-New-Years-New-Lenses-Z9 special soon ... how are you placed for it? How is the shoot going? Cheers Matt

[@KaybeCA]

Pre-ordered it the moment it was announced. This is THE lens I've been looking forward to since I got my first gen Z6. Was expecting 24-105, so was pleasantly surprised when they added the extra 15mm to the long end. Reason: Wanted a solid zoom for portraits. Already have the 85mm 1.8, and while that lens is great outdoors with plenty of space to move around, it's less ideal for indoors studio shoots when where I can move is limited. Used to own a DX sensor DSLR with a 24-70 2.8 (functionally equivalent to a 36-105), so this is the perfect replacement.

[@dicekolev5360]

How come it can be perfect replacement when it's f4 compare to the 1.8's and 2.8's... The right word is "compromise", not "replacement". #nohate haha

[@KaybeCA]

@@dicekolev5360 Depth of field of a F2.8 on a crop sensor is (roughly) equivalent to an F4 on a full frame. Only advantage to a 2.8 in that scenario would be for low light which is a non-issue when using strobes. And the 85mm doesn't zoom, so it's entirely dependent on photographer's movement to compose. If I have plenty of leg room, I'd use the 85. Okay, that and me not being lazy. Takes less energy to move a zoom ring than constantly moving back and forth, lol.

[@dicekolev5360]

@@KaybeCA Of course, you're correct but there is no perfect lens, isn't it ;D My dream have always been shooting in any possible conditions (day, night, rain, snow, fog...) so the right answer for all alongside with quality is the prime lenses as much as I'd like to carry 1-2 lenses rather than 4 and waiting 5th at the moment ;D

[@MaxRomantschuk]

When I bought the Z5 the only option was the kit with the 24-50. I ordered the 24-120 F4 S just after it was announced, now I'm just hoping Nikon can get ot to Helsinki before my Xmas vacation. I'd be real sad if the global logistics goblins strike now. 😅

[@SanoyNimbus]

It is on my list ...

[@marekkrol5652]

If you go into lens corrections on C1, have a look what profile is applied. If they've already updated for the 24-120/4 the profil will be listed. Otherwise "generic" or "none" - would have to have a dig through some files. The more important question is, whether adding the money gained from selling a 24-120/4 VR and Z24-70/4 which I purchased to replace it counts to put together the funds for one of these. Perfect lens for travel - good balance of size & aperture. And the 24-120 range gets you quite far. Knowing it wasn't going to be cheap (vs a used 24-70) and the then expected -105 range made me pass on it.

[@carljarvinen1189]

It’s on order. And along with the 100-400 which is also on order, they will make a great two lens travel kit. Or for a one lens, I’ll fall back on my 24-200.

[@KissingTrails1]

Looking realy great. Also think about to get one, wanted to see some comparison to the 24-70 f4, both, the picture quality and a quick size cpomparission. Also, your videos are made realy good :)

[@CofFDnSnaps]

Have yet to see anyone testing the focusing of this lens. Especially for fast moving subjects. I imagine its quick, just have not seen a demonstration. I have one ordered, just anxiously waiting.

[@jimwlouavl]

I’m on a pre-order list for it, and this video makes me hope it comes quickly. I’ll trade my 24-70 f4 for it. Happy Christmas. Love the shorts and reindeer sweater combo.

[@gosman949]

I did trade my 24-70 for the 24-120 this past weekend. But I'm going to get the 24-70 back and keep the 24-120 also. They only offered me $220 for the 24-70.

[@juergenwittsiepe]

Hi. It would be interesting to see a comparison to the 24-70 4 and 24-70 2.8. Greetings from Germany

[@SwanSycorax]

Looks superb. Thanks Matt.

[@jss27560]

I like the new matt better than the original one.

[@Cjackson1717]

Great job Matt, please make more videos on this lens......mine is currently on back-order from Adorama (cant wait)

[@jeffstephens5266]

That’s one impressive lens

[@briantafelmeyer7337]

Great sweater.

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

Thank you Brian. :)

[@JuanRojas956]

The closest thing to this which I’m currently using i would say is is the 70-200 f/4 for the F mount with an FTZ adapter. I’d love to see how it compares to that one. I bought a used one for about 800$ Canadian. This new lens is about 1500$ Canadian. It would be awesome to see how each compares. Great content by the way!

[@losackmd]

Matt, am i to understand if my Z7 II or Z8 has VR turned on, it is the same as having a lens with VR. The 24-120 F4s doesn't have VR and i don't think you mention that. Is this an issue?? thanks

[@charlesdavis6371]

Great first look Matt .. have to say though - with that music in the 1st half ... I kept waiting for some Roswell Gray to walk around the corner.

[@ALWH1314]

After using Nikon for 30+ years, switched to Sony four years ago but still miss the Nikon color. Finally ordered a Z6 ii kit and this lens. This is a very practical range, I have traveled with a single Sony 24-105 f4 and was very happy with the range. The only thing I wish is lens VR, which is very useful in travel handheld and often moving situation to get clear shots. Both canon and Sony 24-105 are stabilized, why Nikon didn’t?

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

From my testing the IBIS seems to be enough ... simply does not need it ... :) I will look into it further.

[@2906rick]

My 100-400 just shipped today!! :)

[@MattIrwinPhotography]

OMG !!! That is so exciting Eric.

[@2906rick]

@@MattIrwinPhotography It is!! I was looking at my email 300 times a day!! lol! got my ftz2 last week! just praying I will be one of the few lucky one to get a Z9 next week!! :)

[@mahri233]

Hello Matt, thank you for this video. Are you using Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop in this or something else? Thank you in advance for the reply.

[@thb5505]

Great video thank you. What software do you edit on?

[@kennethmull6961]

I have the 24-200 f4-6.3 for travel, how would you compare this lens to the new 24-120 F4?

[@bloneric]

I tested last weekend this Nikkor Z 24-120 F4 s against my Nikkor Z 24-70 F4 using same exposures, same composition, same settings and the difference is astronomical, definitely the Nikkor Z 24-70 is by far sharper throughout the focal range from 24 to 70 mm.