Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2 8 S Manual and Review Video

Introduction

Before using this product, please read these instructions carefully. You will also need to consult the camera manual.

• This lens is intended exclusively for use with mirrorless cameras featuring a Nikon Z mount.

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.

Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them.

Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in death or severe injury.

Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in injury or property damage.

• Do not disassemble or modify this product.
  Do not touch internal parts that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident.
  Failure to observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other injury.
• Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the camera power source.
  Continued operation could result in fire, burns or other injury.
• 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 or camera.
  Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment.
• Keep this product out of reach of children.
  Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.
• Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high or low temperatures.
  Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or frostbite.

• Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources.
  Light focused by the lens is a source of fire and damage to the product's internal parts.
• 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.
  Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.
• Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories attached.
  Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction.

Notices for Customers in Europe

This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collec-tion point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
• Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent nega-tive consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.
• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

Using the Lens

Parts of the Lens: Names and Functions

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 while turning the lens clockwise.

The Lens Info Panel

The lens Info panel lights when the lens is attached to a camera and the camera is on.

Press the display button to cycle the display as shown:

* Aperture is displayed only when the camera is in mode A or M. The display for other modes is shown in the illustration.

• The focus mode (AF or MF) is briefly displayed when chosen using the focus-mode switch.
  
• The panel turns off automatically when the camera standby timer expires or if no lens operations are performed for about 10 seconds. Press the display button to reactivate the display.

The Lens Info Panel
The focus distance, depth of field, and other information displayed in the lens Info panel are approximations only.

Panel Options

Follow the steps below to choose the units for focus distance from meters (m) or feet (ft) or adjust the brightness of the lens Info panel.

1. Press and hold the display button to view settings.

• Unit or brightness selection options will be displayed. The currently select-ed item will flash.
• Press the display button to toggle between displays.
  

2. Choose a setting using the lens control ring.

Units

• Rotate the control ring to choose from meters (m) or feet (ft).
  

Brightness

• Rotate the control ring in the "+" (brighter) or "−" (darker) direction.
• Choose from 6 levels of brightness.
  
• To turn the lens info panel off, rotate the ring in the "−" direction until the icon changes to .
  

• Press the display button to save changes and toggle the display.
• If no operations are performed using lens controls for about 5 seconds, panel options will clear from the display and changes will be canceled.

3. Press and hold the display button to return to the lens information display.

• Choosing for brightness turns the lens info panel off. To turn the display on again, press and hold the display button.

Attaching and Removing the Lens Hood

Attaching the Lens Hood
Align the lens hood mounting mark with the lens hood alignment mark ( ) and then rotate the hood ( ) until the mounting mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark ( ).

When attaching or removing the hood, hold it near the lens hood alignment mark ( ) and avoid gripping the front of the hood too tightly. The hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens when not in use.

Removing the Lens Hood
Keeping the hood release pressed (q), rotate the hood in the direction shown (w) and remove it from the lens (e).

The same procedure can be used when the hood is reversed.

When the Lens Is Attached

The focus position may change if you turn the camera off and then on again after focusing. Refocus before shooting. If you have focused on a pre-selected location while waiting for your subject to appear, we recommend that you do not turn the camera off until the picture is taken.

Precautions for Use

• Do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the 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.
• Replace the front and rear lens caps when the lens is not in use.
• To protect the interior of the lens, store it out of direct sunlight.
• 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.
• Do not leave the lens next to open flames or in other extremely hot locations. Ex-treme heat could damage or warp exterior parts made from reinforced plastic.
• Rapid changes in temperature may cause damaging condensation inside and outside the lens. Before taking the lens from a warm to a cold environment or vice versa, place it in a bag or plastic case to slow the change in temperature.
• We recommend that you place the lens in its case to protect it from scratches during transport.

Lens Care

• Removing dust is normally sufficient to clean the glass surfaces of the lens.
• The fluorine-coated front and rear lens elements can be cleaned as described below.
  • Smudges, fingerprints, and other oily stains can be removed using a soft, clean cotton cloth or 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 lens cleaner.
  • Any drop-shaped marks left from this process on the water- and oil-repellent surface can subsequently be removed with a dry cloth.
• Never use organic solvents such as paint thinner or benzene to clean the lens.
• Neutral Color (NC) filters (available separately) and the like can be used to protect the front lens element.
• If the lens will not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool, dry location to prevent mold and rust. Do not store in direct sunlight or with naphtha or camphor moth balls.

Accessories

Supplied Accessories

• LC-82B 82 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap
• LF-N1 Rear Lens Cap
• HB-87 Bayonet Hood
• CL-C2 Lens Case

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.
• Water and stains can be removed from the surface with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
• Do not store in locations exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures or humidity.
• Do not use the case to clean the monitor or lens elements.
• Be careful that the lens does not fall from the case during transport.

Material: Polyester

Compatible Accessories

82 mm screw-on filters

Filters
Use only one filter at a time. Remove the lens hood before attaching filters or rotating circular polarizing filters.

Specifications

Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications, and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice.

Videos

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Review with Samples Video

Documents / Resources

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