Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G Lens: SnapChick Review 

This lens lives on my D850 95% of the time. Many say this lens is better than the newer VR version of this lens. Yea it is heavy but the images are worth it

TheSnapChick I really like that when you do a review it's practical and realistic. While numbers and statistics are important, it's always good to know how an experienced photographer like you feels about a product or a piece of gear. I own the 24-70 mm and use it everyday. It's my favourite Nikkor lens. Thanks Leigh.

Of all the reviews for this lens, yours is simple, clean, and straightforward. Thank you!

i have the D800, D7000, 24-70mm and 70-200 mm + 50mm F1.4 Sigma .Suits all my needs, Saving for a 14-24 mm as well, i'll be shooting for years to come with this rig!

I'd say you summed up my thoughts on this very well. I just bought this on May 18th and it is awesome. A bit heavy yes, but I'd rather feel the quality in every snap. :) Thanks for the review and the reassurance. :)

I have been saving up for this lens. Even on my crop sensor 5200 it gives an effective focal length of 36 to 105. Still a pretty killer option and it opens the door to full frame. One of these days I will be able to afford it.

Greeting from the UK. Nice review and after watching it, if I didn't already have one, I'd want it. Keep up the great work. 😀

Great review. I have been fortunate enough to have nearly ALL the FX range of Nikons. This 24-70mm F2.8 is, even with all that is at my reach, the most used. It just does what you want. But not for portraits. Here, I would pick up the 85mm F1.4 Prime or the 70-200mm F2.8 zoom depending on the situation. Great job as always SnapChick . Keep making us all smile while you educate us. Kind regards, Mark

you're cute and you don't try and be overly funny/nerdy. good camera presence and no nonsense. I like your videos.

The Nikon 24-70 2.8g is a really good lens, but it certainly can be faulted, at least when shooting wide open on the wide end (24mm) or the long end (70mm), you will experience field curvature and softness in the image quality, especially in the corners. Center sharpness is generally good at all focal lengths, but you need to stop down to F4 to begin getting really sharp images with decent corners... So, while it's a really good lens, it is not as good as the Canon 24-70 2.8L ii lens in most respects, though of course it might be the best 24-70 zoom lens for Nikon.

Lots of great similar options out there, but for those who need it the $1900 price tag is well worth a lens that is spectacular across its range AND can focus in near darkness - something it's cheaper competitors (which I've used) can't do. Not for everyone, but pivotal for some.

I just started taking photography so much more seriously because out of nowhere I started getting hired to cover many events. long story short I bought a D750 without a lens and now I'm on the hunt for a great lens that I can use to cover events both in dark clubs and outdoor parties since thats what I normally get hired to do

The 24-70 is my most used lens, it's like a damn swiss army knife. And it is pretty much a body cap on my D810, but that is because I am mainly a journalism photographer. I mean I love my 70-200 and some of my primes, but the 24-70 is just the cats meow and I don't regret the price. I know the Version II is coming out, but I really don't think VR is worth another $600 when this one will go down in history as being a Nikon legendary lens.

yes vr on a 24-70 ( new version) i admit to not missing it on the 24-70g ed . so on the d850 and not wanting crap in your mount/ mirror box get the zoom .. changing primes you will end up seeing crud on your mirror ..( really really bugs me )

I bought this lens all the way back in 2018 or 2019 and I rarely took it off my D750 😂 I remember being hesitant to buy it at first because of the price but I gotta say it was 100% worth it. It’s definitely heavy, but I got a lot of use out of it. Even now when I don’t photograph people like I used to, it’s still perfect for my needs. And now since I do mostly stills, I can have it on a tripod so the heaviness isn’t even an issue anymore.

Never having been shy about changing lenses, I use a 24mm, 28mm, 35mm, 55mm and 85mm. They're all faster and they're all sharper. They are NOT, however, as convenient and "ready for action".

I hear mixed reviews of the new VR version. So I'm considering buying the older version. Would you still recommend this non-VR lens in 2017?

Best channel for information and not nerdy blabla. Thumbs up and subscribed!

I love this lens - almost as much as I love the 70-200mm f/2.8.- since I am not a prime guy, I don;t really care about the weight but what I can do with them.

that was the most realistic easy to digest reviews I've ever seen thank you would like to see one comparing the 24 to 70 f2.8 with the newer VR version... again awesome review

Nice review as always. I am on a tight budget. So I Look at used lens like the older lens for my Nikon 7100. Lets hear you thoughts on the Nikon D lens.

I just bought this lens for my D800E... so far I find myself having to take major swings at either ISO or aperture to find good balance. Most occasions I'll shoot a couple shots in Program Mode to get a feel for what the camera thinks is going on than switch to Manual and dial it in from there... I guess what I'm asking is . . . is it common for the program mode shots to be so damn bright. Thanks!

There is a NEW 24-70... with VR and a larger front element among other features. It's available for pre-purchase... I hope you'll pick one up! I'm going to retire the lens you're reviewing here :) all that you say here is still true.. and now, improved :) :) :)

I already have a 50mm 1.8g and obv a kit lens. Would this lens make a good addition?

I currently fill this range with 35, 50 and 85 mm primes indoors and the 28-300mm for hiking. If Nikon updates this lens with VR I'll go for it.

Agreed! One of my favorite lenses!

This thing is a brick, good to know that if you were about to get mugged, you can swing this and bash someone's skull in. I've been on the fence about this lens on my D750, but after handling and shooting with it. I decided to use that money towards different lens. 24-85mm VR, 50mm 1.8, 85mm 1.8, and 70-300VR. I bought all that and still have money left over to spend, well all items were used. That covers just about everything, 24mm is wide enough on an FX body. 24 for landscape, 300 in crop mode for peeping tom stuff.

I've had this lens for several years and it stays on my D7000 most of the time.....but when did Leigh add her name to the channel?

I got this lens and I just love it! It just works!

Have it, love it, on my Nikon 90% of the time. Nice review.

I have nikon 28-70mm f2.8....EXCELLENT LENS ... I love it ! I think the build quality of it is far more better than nikon 24-70mm f2.8

I have that lens and the ultra wide 14-24 but I like the 70-300 more than that 200 you showed in this video.

Great informative video. I am an expressionist and I do alot of digital artwork which includes photo manipulation. I love reviewing the Holy trinity that Nikon offers.. and I'm interested in purchasing the 24 - 70... or the 70 - 200.... and a camera body either the d750 or 810.. I will be using the equipment to shoot events... and maybe for some artwork.. I'm also planning on shooting models in setup scenery.... which lens would you recommend for shooting full bodies..... and which of the two full frame cameras do you think is best..? ((I just subscribed to your channel... good job on the screen))

Holy smokes, never saw the hair this long. Amazing 👌 Great lens too.

I would also like your opinion on the equivalent Tamron. Significantly cheaper and has vibration control. Thank you for what you do!

snapchick, I don't know whether you get back to these old videos, but I am undecided about the VR model and the one in this review. I seldom shoot action shots, like sports, so VR is not that important. Does the newer VR model of this lens offer any newer image quality than the G ED model ? Thanks

Hi, dear, Leigh. Would you recommend this lens for professional landscape photography? So far I used only prime lenses, and now weighing to purchase that one to get more versatility. Thanks.

1:15 did you take those photos with the 24-70?

i thought of upgrading , BUT i cant justify it having heard mixed feelings , its on a d850 and im still more than happy with it , id rather buy another body

yes i have the trinity of 2.8s i was curious if this lens is worse than the new version .

I bought this lens about a year ago. I really like it.

My zoom ring has started to clunk and grind. ( sounds like a new dance move) need to get it sorted before it seizes completely. Was the focus issue expensive?

hi...This lens has no VR.. which one would be better the new nikon 24-70mm VR or the old one....can the non VR shoot sharp images with the d810 if there is a little camera shake......

Thank you for a nice video with practical tips :) ... and here I have a practical question ... which one do I choose: a D750+AF-S 24-120 F4/VR or a D7500+18-140 VR or a D7200+18-140 VR or even a Canon EOS 80D+18-135 IS NANO USM?? I will be using this camera for work related events (fairs, events, shooting autoservicing machines, tools, people, ...) which will be happening indoors with week lighting as well as outdoors and must be good in all weather conditions. Primarily I focus on price-performance, all-round use and build quality and image quality. But I want to be "conservative", and rather buy a good body with "excellent" lenses than vice versa ... so how do I decide wich is good enough that it will not matter if I shoot with a better camera? Where is the line that says that is good enough for the job? So, to recapitulate, if I am not a pro and won't do majestic architecture and vehicle shoots or amazing art portrets of famous people, with medium frame or pro full frame cameras ... when can I say: "Ok, that is just right for me?" ... ... ... and I am an intermediate level user ... for now. Thanks for any advice or tips.

would love to know your thoughts on the tamron version of this and how it compares

I am torn on what lens to get. I have crop Nikon d5100 lens and was thinking about a 24-70 BUTTT I don't think I will get all I can out of it. eventually I will buy a full frame but I have no ideal when. I am getting into portrait photography so I am trying to find a perfect zoom lens for myself. I already have a prime lens

SnapCick and community; In your opinions, what is the best lens to use for indoor photography?

Today brought it. Nice review. Nice presentation. Thanks for sharing

Excellent review Leigh.

What about a Nikkor 35-70 f/2.8? Sharp, cheap, and bulletproof

Any D750 users whove gone from the Tamron 24-70mm SP G2 to this Nikon version? Worth the upgrade?

Hey Snapchick can this lens resolve 36 megapixels of d810??

What about the Nikon 35-70 2.8. Very sharp just not as wide. Also built like a tank.

I love mine with my Z5

i only have 3 lenses on my D610..50 mm 1.8g , 70-200, and 24-70.. the latter is always with my camera everywhere i go..

How good is the bokeh in low light?

I have the Tamron 70-200 F2.8 VC with my D810, very pleased. However tried the Tamron 24-70mm VC but the my Nikon D810 and D7000 will not recognise any other than the first Tamron lens thats fitted. e.g. The 24-70 shows as 70-200 in Fine Focus adjustment. I can delete the 70-200 then then add the 24-70 and the reverse happens. I cannot afford the £1500 for the Nikon at the moment. Have to make do with 50mm f1.8 and thinking of Sigma 24mm 1.4 Art. I have tried Tamron but they don't seem to have an answer for me. Anybody?

If you have money to buy a single lens, what would be your choice? 24-70 or 70-200?

What's new in this recent 24-70 f/2.8E ED Af-s nikkor ?

Hi can I use it with a nikon D7200. I'm actually using the 17-55 dx but heard that one is sharper.

Muito bom, gostei do video, parabéns!

Can we use this on nikon D7200?

Bought mine today. I ordered it cause of your video and so far I am in love with it

Will this lens work great on the nikon d7200? Because I travel a lot I do not want to carry so many lenses and change it often. Hope to hear from you soon. Thank you

I love the Yoshi shirt.

Good review as usual.Thanks

Great lens, but the Tamron equivalent is sharper and a LOT cheaper :)

This video is very useful. So thank you first hand. However, I am still in a dilemma whether to buy this lens or the AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR. I have a D850 and it is hard to find a comparison video between the two. Which one would you recommend assuming the difference in price is not an issue. The only advantage I know is the 120mm max zoom. Thank you again!

SUBBED! Good reviewer!

Great Review. Love ur work

Great review

I have a ton of lenses and about 60% of all shots I take are on this lens.

Thank you for this review!

Great! refreshing as always!

the vr2 version of this will be out soon :))

I'm lucky enough to own this lenses plus the rest of the trinity. As a pro photographer I would say I use this lense a lot and I mean a lot. Your right snapchick it is not the most exciting ( I would use the 85 1.4 all day if possible) but at a wedding or event it has you covered. Sharp flexible and strong,though mine does need some repair.

Nice review sister Thank you

Ins deciding on the 24-70 2.8 and the 70-200 2.8. Which one is the best option for event photography or portraits.

Nice shirt👍

Thanks .

im not buying the new version .. i could buy a slightly used d850 for that 😀😀😀

The 24-70 f2.8 and the 200-500 is two best lens, never use the 70-200 f2.8 & the 16-35, it all depends what you shot

I prefer my Sigma 24-104mm f/4 art, more range, just 1 stop darker and much more modern optical project...

1:59 Did she just say "rather than fucking with the lens" ..?

Thanks for that Luv !!

If u don’t want please send it to me it will help me improve my photography please

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yoshiii!

I have this lens and it sucks, it’s not sharp I get blurred photos even though I used high shutter speed and even tried manual focus but still not that sharp.

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So well done, straight talk and well you are cute.

Nice t shirt. Of course nice lens. Too many $$$$$. Cannot afford

I cant concentrate your too awesome

will it work for my d72000?