Provenance & certification
Nikon 24mm f2.8
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Condition assessed 20/1/2026
How we gradeInspector’s condition notes
Lens in collector's condition. Optical is perfect with no scratches. Focus and aperture operate smoothly like a new lens. Internal components are tight and solid — no rattling from internal elements. Exterior body condition is like new: no scratches, no scuff marks, and no paint loss.
How this lens renders
Compared to the 24mm f/2.8 with the same specs, this Nikkor doesn't stand out for optical character — it sells itself on honesty and rock-solid build quality. A dependable workhorse manual focus lens. Center sharpness is good even wide open. The edges are still soft on full frame at f/2.8, then sharpen up noticeably by f/5.6–f/8, which is the lens's sweet spot. Contrast sits in the middle range, but micro-contrast is good. Stop down to this region and detail is captured cleanly. Color leans neutral to slightly warm, with honest red and yellow tones. It renders atmosphere faithfully. Bokeh performs well at this range — highlights show a slight angular shape from the 7 aperture blades. Vignetting at wide open works nicely to create mood and pull the eye toward the central subject, then fades off when you stop down to f/5.6. Flare control from the NIC coating is decent for its age. If you're shooting straight into the sun, I'd recommend the HN-1 lens hood — it's the best defense against ghosting. Suited for anyone after a 24mm workhorse manual focus lens that's sharp and trustworthy. A genuinely practical choice.
In the box
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Honest disclosure
Nikon 24mm f2.8
The Nikon Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 AI is a workhorse wide-angle lens introduced in 1977, excelling in reliability, build quality, and honest neutral rendering rather than optical fireworks or distinctive character.
What this lens can do
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