5 Wide Angle Lenses for Nikon (For All Types of Pockets)

At Photographer’s Blog we often insist that it is better to invest in lenses. The reason is very simple, any current camera, SLR (or similar), even low-end, will be good enough to take great pictures. But it is the objective that will allow you to express your creativity to the fullest, to achieve exactly the photo you want. That is why today I bring you a series of wide-angle lenses for Nikon:

1. AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20MM F/4.5-5.6G VR
2. TOKINA AT-X 116 PRO DXII
3. SIGMA 24MM/F 1.4 DG HSM ART
4. AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED
5. AF-S NIKKOR 14-24MM F2.8 G ED

Before we get into the matter, I think you’ll be interested in knowing about our free tool to check the compatibility of Nikon lenses with your camera.

And if you want more information about lenses in general, terminology, types of lenses or what to look for when buying, don’t miss this mega lens buying guide.

What is a wide angle?

Before continuing, let’s put ourselves in situation. A wide angle lens is one whose focal length is less than that of a standard lens, usually below 25mm. Depending on the focal length you have wide angle, super wide angle and even fisheye. Although we will not include the latter in this article.

What is a wide angle used for?

I am one of those who say that you can achieve almost any photo with almost any lens, however, there are more suitable lenses for a certain type of photos. In this case, wide angles are mainly used for landscapes, be they day, night, urban or different. But they can also be used indoors, for large group photos or even portraits.

If you have doubts or want to see what kind of photographs you can achieve with a lens of this type, all you have to do is go through the article that we dedicated to it in its day on what life looks like with a wide angle.

What effects do I get with a wide angle?

In addition to covering a large part of the scene, much more than with any other lens, with a wide angle you manage to give depth to the scene.

On the other hand, these lenses also tend to create optical distortions and are more prone to ghosting or vignetting.

Wide angle lenses for Nikon

Now that we have put ourselves in the situation, I bring you a list of recommended wide angle lenses for Nikon mounts. And so that having or not having a wide angle is not an economic issue, I bring you different alternatives for all types of budgets. From the cheapest for the amateur who is just starting out and wants to try, experiment, discover and enjoy, to more expensive ones for more demanding amateurs or professionals who need features according to the needs of their business. Keep in mind, before reading on, that wide angle lenses, due to their characteristics, are not usually the cheapest lenses 😉 .

1. Value for money: AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

It is an ultra wide angle zoom lens with a small size. Its main characteristics are:

• Focus: 10-20mm
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.22m
• Maximum aperture: From f/4.5 to f/5.6
• Minimum aperture: f/22 to f/29
• Number of sheets: 7
• Fixture diameter: 72mm
• Vibration Reduction (VR)
• Silent autofocus (ideal for movies)
• Angle of view From 109° to 70°
• Weight: Approx. 230g
• Dimensions: 7.29 x 7.7 x 7.7 centimeters
• Price: €349.00

Advantage

It is a lens with a fairly precise and silent focus with very good sharpness, especially considering its price.

drawbacks

It is not exactly a bright lens and some users complain about its plastic feel. Only for DX format (APS-C cameras).

compatibilities

Beware, this lens is compatible with a limited number of camera models. Even compatible cameras may require a firmware update*. For more information press here.

2. Second-class brand, first-class lens: Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DXII

Although this is not a Nikon brand lens but a compatible one, Tokina is a brand that has been proving its quality for years. And this optic is one of the favorites of users. You should know that it is an upgrade of the popular and award-winning Tokina AT-X 116 f/2.8 PRO DX (11-16mm) lens. The main update is in this one that I am presenting to you, the AT-X 116 PRO DXII (East “II” important) has an internal silent focus motor to allow the lens to autofocus on Nikon bodies that do not have an AF gear and motor.

Let’s see its characteristics:

• Focus: 11-16mm
• Minimum focus distance: 0.3m
• Maximum aperture aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Number of sheets: 9
• Fixture diameter: 77mm
• Manual and automatic focus
• View Angle: 104°-82°
• Weight: Approx. 550g
• Dimensions: 8.4×8.9cm
• Price: N/A

You can see photos taken with this lens at this link.

Advantage

Good construction, it is clear throughout its focal length and very bright. His focus is quick and precise.

drawbacks

It is a bit heavy and the flare can be more pronounced than in other lenses. It is only for APS-C cameras.

3. The fixed and bright: Sigma 24 mm/F 1.4 DG HSM Art

This is a fixed lens for those looking for quality over zoom. Now, 24mm is a very versatile focal length that can cover many types of photography. If you add to that that its maximum aperture is f/1.4, it turns out to be a candy. Let’s see its characteristics:

• Focal: 24mm (36mm in APS-C formats)
• Minimum focus distance: 0.25m
• Maximum aperture aperture: f/1.4
• Minimum aperture: f/16
• Number of sheets: 9
• Fixture diameter: 77mm
• View angle: 84.1º
• Manual and automatic focus
• Weight: Approx. 665g
• Dimensions: 7.87 x 8.38 x 8.38 centimeters
• Price: €750.99

Advantage

We always comment on it, fixed focal length lenses usually offer better image quality, in addition, their brightness is another strong point.

drawbacks

Its focus is not the fastest and it does not have an image stabilizer, although the latter, for the type of photos that are taken with this lens and with this brightness, will not be a problem.

If you want to know more about this lens, see photos taken with it and get a much more personal opinion, read this article in which Alexa tells you about her experience with it.

4. The all-rounder: AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED

This is a lens for DX cameras, ie APS-C format. A lens that does not disappoint and that offers great quality despite covering a wide focal range.

• Focal: 10-24mm (15-36mm equivalent)
• Minimum focus distance: 0.24 m in AF mode; 0.22m in MF mode
• Maximum aperture: f/3.5-4.5
• Minimum aperture: f/22-29
• Number of blades: 7 (rounded)
• Fixture diameter: 77mm
• Angle of view: From 109° to 61°
• silent wave motor
• Weight: Approx. 460g
• Dimensions: Approx. 82.5x87mm
• Price: €1,080.00

Advantage

Distortions are minimal and it is very versatile.

drawbacks

If you are looking for a very bright objective, this is not too bright, although it is more so than 1 😉 .

5. The black leg of wide angles for Nikon: AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm F2.8 G ED

We end up with this objective not suitable for all pockets. This is what they say is the best Nikon wide angle of the last decade. Its main characteristics are the following:

• Focal length: 14-24mm
• Minimum focus distance: 0.28m
• Maximum aperture aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Number of blades: 9 (rounded)
• Solid metal frame design with a rubber seal that protects against dust and moisture
• built-in sun visor
• Dimensions: 13.2 x 9.8 x 9.8 centimeters
• Weight: 971g
• Price: N/A

You can see sample photos by Nikon on their page.

Ideal for

Events, landscapes, architecture, interiors, and even close-up portraits.

Advantage

It is a lens that does not produce distortions, chromatic aberrations or capture unwanted flare. Its image quality is impeccable. Another great advantage is that it is very bright.

drawbacks

In addition to not being a light lens, it is not exactly cheap either.