The new prime Z DX 24mm lens is a welcome addition to Nikon's DX lens lineup, which, until now, consisted of variable aperture zooms. Its optical formula consists of 9 elements in 8 groups, while it weighs 135g (0.3 pounds) and has a 46mm filter thread. The DX 24mm F1.7 features an 18cm (7-inch) minimum focusing distance with a maximum magnification of 0.19x. It uses a stepper motor to provide quiet operation for video, and Nikon claims the lens will also suppress focus breathing when shooting video. The quality of the out-of-focus area, also known as the bokeh, is unique to fast maximum apertures and allows users to dramatically emphasize their subjects in still-life and portrait photography. The new 24mm f/1.7 also enables the capture of beautiful, high-resolution photos and video in dimly lit conditions, by allowing more light to enter the lens. In addition, images recorded under such circumstances exhibit very little blur, even while shooting hand-held due to the fast shutter speed afforded with wider apertures. The 24mm focal length is ideal for a wide variety of scenes, including tabletop photos, portraits, and landscapes. What’s more, the 7-inch (0.18m) minimum focus distance allows users to get close to subjects such as flowers and tabletop objects, for images that emphasize the subject with big background bokeh. The compact and lightweight design enables easy carrying, making it an ideal lens for everyday use. Primary features of the NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 Lens A fast maximum aperture of f/1.7 makes it an ideal lens for rendering content that includes large bokeh for both still-image and video recording. During hand-held shooting in dimly lit and dark surroundings, the fast aperture enables fast shutter speeds to reduce the effects of camera shake, as well as the ability to use lower ISO sensitivities for less noise. A convenient angle of view at 24-mm focal length and 7-inch minimum focus distance support recording of a wide variety of scenes. Adoption of a stepping motor (STM) enables quiet autofocusing, minimizing focus sounds in video. Designed with consideration for the suppression of focus breathing,1 the lens enables smooth focusing with less change in the angle of view, even when the focus point changes during video recording. A compact and lightweight design makes it easy to carry inside a bag while mounted on a camera. When combined with the Nikon Z 30, the camera and lens combined weighs approximately 540g.
