Specifications comparison between the new Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED lens and the Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED:
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| Lens Design |  |  |
| MTF Charts |  |  |
| Lens Model |  Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED | Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED |
| Focal Length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Format | FX/35mm | FX/35mm |
| Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) | 61° | 61° |
| Minimum Angle of View (DX-format) | — | — |
| Maximum Angle of View (FX-format) | 84° | 84° |
| Minimum Angle of View (FX-format) | — | — |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.2x | 0.179x |
| Lens Elements | 12 | 12 |
| Lens Groups | 9 | 10 |
| Compatible Format(s) | FX DX | FX DX FX in DX Crop Mode 35mm Film |
| VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization | — | — |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Nano Crystal Coat | Yes | Yes |
| ED Glass Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Super Integrated Coating | Yes | — |
| AF-S (Silent Wave Motor) | Yes | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | — | — |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.75ft. (0.23m) | 0.82ft. (0.25m) |
| Close Range Correction | — | — |
| Focus Mode | AF, Manual | Auto Manual |
| Rear Focusing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter Size | 72mm | 77mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on | Screw-on |
| Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 3.1 x 3.3 in. | 77.5 x 83.0mm | 3.3 x 3.5in. | 83 x 88.5mm |
| Approx. Weight | 12.6oz.(355g) | 21.9oz.(620g) |
| Price | $746.95 | $2,196.95 |
