But the 24-120mm f/4 S hangs in close enough so that if you don't need that extra stop of light, it's well worth considering for its extra focal range. From impromptu trips to long-planned photo-finding expeditions—comfortably extend your range for stills and movies. I made more than a few images in backlight with the zoom with no signs of ghosts, reflections, or flare. The skeleton of the Nikon Z9 is forged from magnesium alloy for the ultimate balance of strength and lightness.

However, in low light and contrast sometimes you can trigger "hunts," and then the close focus ability of the lens gets in the way, as the hunt will perform a full in and out. The Z-mount lens also gets Nano and Arneo coating to reduce flare and ghosting, plus fluorine coating on the front element to better shed dust and water. The front glass is protected with an anti-smudge fluorine coat, another good mark for use out in the elements.It’s sealed to protect from dust and drips, and Nikon's Fluorine coating on the front element repels dirt and easily wipes clean. My Z6 II sensor remains dust free when using this lens, and I find myself cleaning it less often than before.

Eye tracking speed and accuracy performed very well in decently-lit scenarios and better than expected in low light conditions. The Nikon Z system has a wealth of standard zooms, ranging from budget-friendly starters like the 24-50mm F4-6. Polycarbonate external housing over metal frame interior, with weather sealing throughout, including a rubber ring at the lens mount. The body is designed to achieve superior dust- and drip-resistant performance* for enhanced reliability.While covering a 120-mm focal length, longer than that of competitors' products, the lens body achieves the lightest weight* of approx.