NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S Reference Guide • Read this document thoroughly before using the product. • To ensure proper use of the product, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page 4). • After reading this document, keep it readily accessible for future reference.
Table of Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Before You Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 For Your Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Using the Lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Before You Begin Before using this product, please read these instructions carefully. You will also need to consult the documentation provided with the camera. • This lens is intended exclusively for use with mirrorless cameras featuring a Nikon Z mount. • Update the camera firmware to the latest version. With earlier versions, the camera may fail to detect the lens correctly and some features may not be available.
For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. After reading these safety instructions, keep them readily accessible for future reference. WARNING: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in death or severe injury. CAUTION: Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in injury or property damage. WARNING Do not disassemble or modify this product.
WARNING Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock. Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as propane, gasoline or aerosols. Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire. Do not directly view the sun or other bright light source through the lens. Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment. Keep this product out of reach of children.
CAUTION Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources. Light focused by the lens could cause fire or damage to product’s internal parts. When shooting backlit subjects, keep the sun well out of the frame. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is close to the frame could cause fire. Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight.
Using the Lens Parts of the Lens: Names and Functions The parts of the lens are listed below. 1 2 1 Lens hood mounting mark Use when attaching the lens hood. “Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood” (p.16) 2 Focus ring Use for manual focus. • When focusing using autofocus, you can adjust focus manually by rotating the ring while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway; after focusing, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot.
3 4 5 6 3 Zoom ring Rotate the ring to zoom in or out. 4 Focal length scale Determine the approximate focal length when zooming the lens in or out. 5 Focal length mark Determine the approximate focal length when zooming the lens in or out. 6 Control ring Rotate to adjust a setting such as [Aperture] or [Exposure compensation] assigned using the camera.
7 8 9 7 Lens mounting mark Use when mounting the lens on the camera. “Attachment and Removal” (p.13) 8 Rubber lens-mount gasket Helps prevent the ingress of water droplets or dust along the surfaces where the lens and camera meet when the lens is mounted on the camera. * * There is no guarantee that the gasket is completely proof against the ingress of water droplets or dust in all circumstances. 9 CPU contacts Used to transfer data to and from the camera.
11 10 L-Fn button Press to perform a function assigned using the camera. For more information, see the description of [Custom control assignment], [Custom controls], or [Custom controls (shooting)] in the documentation provided with the camera. 11 Focus-mode switch Choose a focus mode. • A: Autofocus • M: Manual focus Note that regardless of the setting chosen, focus must be adjusted manually when manual focus mode is selected using camera controls.
12 13 14 12 Lens hood Lens hoods block stray light that would otherwise cause flare or ghosting. They also serve to protect the lens. “Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood” (p.16) 13 Lens hood lock mark Use when attaching the lens hood. “Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood” (p.16) 14 Lens hood alignment mark Use when attaching the lens hood. “Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood” (p.
15 15 Lens cap (front cap) 16 16 Lens cap (rear cap) • The rear lens caps supplied with lens kits may differ from that shown is not required.
Attachment and Removal Attaching the Lens 1. Turn the camera off, remove the body cap, and detach the rear lens cap.
2. Position the lens on the camera body, keeping the mounting mark on the lens aligned with the mounting mark on the camera body ( ), and then rotate the lens counterclockwise ( ) until it clicks into place.
Removing the Lens 1. Turn the camera off. 2. Press and hold the lens release button ( the lens clockwise ( ).
Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood • Align the lens hood mounting mark with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) and then rotate the lens hood ( ) until the mounting mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark ( 1 1 2 3 ).
• Gripping the front too tightly makes the lens hood difficult to attach or remove. When rotating the lens hood, hold it near the lens hood alignment mark ( ). • To remove the lens hood, reverse the above steps. • The lens hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens when not in use.
Precautions for Use • Do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the lens caps or lens hood. • Keep the CPU contacts clean. • Should the rubber lens-mount gasket be damaged, cease use immediately and take the lens to a Nikon-authorized service center for repair. • Reattach the lens caps when the lens is not in use. • Do not leave the lens in humid locations or in locations in which it may be exposed to moisture. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.
Lens Maintenance • Removing dust is normally sufficient to clean the glass surfaces of the lens. • When cleaning the fluorine-coated front lens element: - Smudges, fingerprints, and other oily stains can be removed using a soft, clean cotton cloth or third-party lens cleaning tissue; clean from the center outwards using a circular motion. - To remove stubborn stains, wipe gently using a soft cloth lightly dampened with a small amount of distilled water, ethanol, or third-party lens cleaner.
Technical Notes Cameras with AF-Assist Illuminators The lens or lens hood may block the light from the camera AF-assist illuminator. • For the information on using the lens with cameras that have built-in AF-assist illuminators, visit the site below. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.
Using the Lens on Cameras with a Built-in Flash Shadows will be visible in photos where light from the built-in flash is obscured by the lens or lens hood. Remove the lens hood before shooting. Note, however, that depending on the distance to the subject, and in the case of zoom lenses also on the lens focal length, shadows may appear even when the lens hood is removed.
Accessories Supplied Accessories • • • • LC-77B Lens Cap (front cap) LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap) * HB-102 Lens Hood CL-C2 Lens Case * Different rear caps may be supplied with lens kits. • • • • • • • • Using the Lens Case The case is intended to protect the lens from scratches, not from falls or other physical shocks. The case is not water resistant. The material used in the case may fade, bleed, stretch, shrink, or change color when rubbed or wet. Remove dust with a soft brush.
Other Compatible Accessories 77 mm filters Filters • Use only one filter at a time. • Remove the lens hood before attaching filters. You will also need to remove the lens hood before rotating circular polarizing filters.
Specifications Mount Nikon Z mount Focal length 24 – 120 mm Maximum aperture f/4 Lens construction 16 elements in 13 groups (including 3 ED elements, 1 aspherical ED element, 3 aspherical elements, elements with Nano Crystal and ARNEO coats, and a fluorine-coated front lens element) Angle of view FX format: 84° – 20°20′ DX format: 61° – 13°20′ Focal length scale Graduated in millimeters (24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85, 120) Focusing system Internal focusing system Minimum focus distance (measured from
Dimensions (maximum diameter × distance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange) Approx. 84 mm × 118 mm (3.4 in. × 4.7 in.) Weight Approx. 630 g (1 lb 6.3 oz) Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications, and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice.
Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTIONS ● Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road,Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200 Notices for Customers in Canada CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B Notices for Customers in Europe This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately.
