The Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 in combo with the Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 has been awesome for my landscape photography. Kit weighs next to nothing on long hikes and very happy with image quality 🤙📸
The results you are getting are pretty amazing, so your recommendations of the lens are well founded. I think I need to watch it again just to take in all the beautiful shots!
Hi Adrian, thanks for your great review. I have also been using the 14-30mm for about a year and it quickly became my most used lens. Interestingly still I use my f mount 20mm f1.8 in combination with the 14-30mm.
Hi Adrian, a great video, buddy! I have to say, this range is very, very interesting for me. Especially, because it allows to use filters without special adapters. Unfortunately, Sony doesn't offer something like that. I have my 12-24mm f2.8, which is a good lens though, but filters just work with a special adapter. Kase offers one, which is great and I'm really grateful about. But a 14-30mm range is just such a great idea instead of a 16-35mm :) Enjoy your weekend, Christian
Hi Christian - thanks for watching. That Sony 12-24mm F2.8 is pretty awesome, but yes filters wise it can get a little tricky. I think Sony have that 14mm F1.8 prime lens which I'd love to have a go at doing astro. We are spoilt for choice nowadays for gear. Have a great weekend, cheers 📸🙏
Hi, I just got the 14-30 and 24-120 and I agree they are both beautiful lenses. I like your videos and your work so I subscribe. Greetings from Sweden.
Thanks for the sub and kind comment. Much appreciated 🙏
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Great review on the Nikon Z 14-30mm, Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens and wow you have taken some amazing shots with it Adrian. Many thanks for sharing the info and showing what the lens can do - have a great weekend :)
If Nikon was still my main system, I would certainly buy that lens. I'm pretty happy with the Canon version, 14-35 f/4 L IS USM. Thanks for the video, Adrian! There were many great photos to enjoy!
Great summary on why this lens is definitely one of the best ultra-wide angle zoom lenses for Nikon.loved your compilation of stills & footage. I can’t believe the size of the filter thread on the faster zoom lens 😀. Thanks for sharing & enjoy those pizzas!😀😀
Thanks Peter. Yeah that’s a 33 pizza saving. I’ll have start using pizzas to gauge the price of camera gear 😂 My fav food for sure. Have a great weekend buddy cheers 🍻 👍🙏
Hi Adrian, So glad this was my second lens, after buying the Z6ii / 24-70 f4 kit! I appreciate your comparison to the other two Z lenses. As a novice to ND filters I have a question regarding the ND filters you are using on some of your beautiful sample pictures. I noticed you took a few of them mixing an ND filter with an f8 aperture. When possible, would you recommend using a lower aperture (eg f14) and no ND filter, or is there a reason to keep the ND filter on with a wider f? Cheers from Paris 🎉
Excellent Review Adrian, when I finally break down and purchase a Z camera, this lens maybe my either first or second lens. if this one is not the first the other choice would be 24-120. What do you think?
Thanks for watching Leo. How many Z8’s are you ordering 😂 Be interesting to see the final price Wednesday. As an “all rounder” lens you’d probably be better getting the 24-120 to begin with - you’ll probably get that cheaper too as a bundle/kit lens with whatever Z camera you end up with. The 14-30mm is more of landscape/architecture type lens that excels in those genres. Hope you have a great weekend cheers 🍻 🙏📸
@@adrianalfordphotography Ah the Z8, very interesting camera. if the price is where some people are saying it will be, I am not sure that it will make me go mirrorless. Plus, it maybe larger than the Z7/Z6. Plus, my D850 should still hold it's own, at least image wise. honestly, for me maybe a Z6iii (yes 3) with a slightly larger sensor and better focusing capability might be the ticket???? Anyway, should be an interesting week. Hopefully Nikon Australia lets you try one out. I would love to hear your opinion of it.
Good morning, I pay close attention to reviews from important photographers. This lens reflects my way of photographing, especially if I have to use particular filters for evening shots of panoramas and architecture. I wanted to know from you, if I may, what substantial differences have you found between this lens and the z 14-24 f2.8 s? Is it worth saving $1000 for lighter weight and more light? or is it better to spend more and get the same result? Thank you for any response. Kind regards and happy new year.
Thanks for watching. Can I ask are you wanting a lens for professional or enthusiast photography? In other words for paid clients or just for facebook or instagram?
I mainly shoot evening street photography with fixed lenses or the 24-70 f2.8 all at an amateur level, I don't publish many photos on social media, but I would use the wide angle lens mainly for evening sunsets and the architecture of historic buildings. however amateur. Maybe in the future I could transform my passion into work, but in the future.@@adrianalfordphotography
@@natalepaglionico7654 ok cool. You’ll find the 14-24 2.8 better in low light handheld and image wise, it will be slightly better. $1000 more better than the 14-30… well, that’s arguable to this day amongst photographers. The 14-30 F4 is a landscape photographer’s dream lens for its compact size and weight, plus very good image quality and can take 82mm filters. Filters for the 2.8 cost a lot more. Tough decision, however (and I can’t say too much) I’ll be reviewing a lens in the next month or two, soon to be released which very well may just suit you and you’ll save a bundle of cash in the process. Stay tuned 🙏
Thanks for watching. Although I do love the 16-35mm, I would stick with this native Z lens on a Z camera. It performs a bit better in every aspect. Hope this helps 🙏
What in the world are you talking about? Are you the same guy who asked me all these questions in help for photography and then you leave a comment like this???
@@adrianalfordphotography Maybe it didn't come out right... I'm sorry.. if i offended in any way. I saw a few videos/sites were there were questions about it looking like a rebranded Sigma... I'll see if i can find them if you're interested. Again no offense meant.
The Nikon Z 14-30mm F4 in combo with the Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 has been awesome for my landscape photography. Kit weighs next to nothing on long hikes and very happy with image quality 🤙📸
The results you are getting are pretty amazing, so your recommendations of the lens are well founded. I think I need to watch it again just to take in all the beautiful shots!
Thanks for watching. Have a great weekend 📸🙏
Hi Adrian, thanks for your great review. I have also been using the 14-30mm for about a year and it quickly became my most used lens. Interestingly still I use my f mount 20mm f1.8 in combination with the 14-30mm.
Hi Adrian, a great video, buddy! I have to say, this range is very, very interesting for me. Especially, because it allows to use filters without special adapters. Unfortunately, Sony doesn't offer something like that. I have my 12-24mm f2.8, which is a good lens though, but filters just work with a special adapter. Kase offers one, which is great and I'm really grateful about. But a 14-30mm range is just such a great idea instead of a 16-35mm :)
Enjoy your weekend,
Christian
Hi Christian - thanks for watching. That Sony 12-24mm F2.8 is pretty awesome, but yes filters wise it can get a little tricky. I think Sony have that 14mm F1.8 prime lens which I'd love to have a go at doing astro. We are spoilt for choice nowadays for gear. Have a great weekend, cheers 📸🙏
Hi, I just got the 14-30 and 24-120 and I agree they are both beautiful lenses. I like your videos and your work so I subscribe.
Greetings from Sweden.
Thanks for the sub and kind comment. Much appreciated 🙏
Great review on the Nikon Z 14-30mm, Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens and wow you have taken some amazing shots with it Adrian. Many thanks for sharing the info and showing what the lens can do - have a great weekend :)
Thanks for watching Shaun. Have a great weekend mate. Cheers 🙏📸
Concordo pienamente, l'accoppiata z 14-30 e z20mm 1,8 sono tra i migliori obbiettivi grandangolari della seri Nikon Z
If Nikon was still my main system, I would certainly buy that lens. I'm pretty happy with the Canon version, 14-35 f/4 L IS USM. Thanks for the video, Adrian! There were many great photos to enjoy!
Thanks Phil - have a great weekend 🙏
As you know Adrian, I don't shoot Nikon but would recommend this video for your selection of shots mate. Really wonderful selection👍👍👍👍
Very kind of you to say that Scott. Thank you so much for watching. Hope you have a great weekend mate cheers 🍻 🙏
Great summary on why this lens is definitely one of the best ultra-wide angle zoom lenses for Nikon.loved your compilation of stills & footage. I can’t believe the size of the filter thread on the faster zoom lens 😀. Thanks for sharing & enjoy those pizzas!😀😀
Thanks Peter. Yeah that’s a 33 pizza saving. I’ll have start using pizzas to gauge the price of camera gear 😂 My fav food for sure. Have a great weekend buddy cheers 🍻 👍🙏
@@adrianalfordphotography you’re still in top shape! I look at a pizza and I instantly double in size😭😂😂😂
Great review Adrian, beautiful images and videography. Thanks for sharing mate 👍 Cheers, Cliff
Thanks Cliff for watching, I hope you have a great week mate, Cheers and take care 🙏
Hi Adrian,
So glad this was my second lens, after buying the Z6ii / 24-70 f4 kit!
I appreciate your comparison to the other two Z lenses.
As a novice to ND filters I have a question regarding the ND filters you are using on some of your beautiful sample pictures.
I noticed you took a few of them mixing an ND filter with an f8 aperture.
When possible, would you recommend using a lower aperture (eg f14) and no ND filter, or is there a reason to keep the ND filter on with a wider f?
Cheers from Paris 🎉
Cool review man. Good lens.
Thanks for watching 🙏
Great review. Short and to the point with great examples.
Great review as always Adrian, thanks for sharing, looks like you got your moneys worth over the past year, some amazing images.
Thanks so much for watching John. Have a great day mate cheers 🍻 🙏
I have the Z 24-120 and the Z 100-400. Still have the F mount 16-35, which is ridiculously huge with the FTZ. I need this lens haha.
Great photos!
Thanks!! I want one!!!
Excellent Review Adrian, when I finally break down and purchase a Z camera, this lens maybe my either first or second lens. if this one is not the first the other choice would be 24-120. What do you think?
Thanks for watching Leo. How many Z8’s are you ordering 😂 Be interesting to see the final price Wednesday. As an “all rounder” lens you’d probably be better getting the 24-120 to begin with - you’ll probably get that cheaper too as a bundle/kit lens with whatever Z camera you end up with. The 14-30mm is more of landscape/architecture type lens that excels in those genres. Hope you have a great weekend cheers 🍻 🙏📸
@@adrianalfordphotography Ah the Z8, very interesting camera. if the price is where some people are saying it will be, I am not sure that it will make me go mirrorless. Plus, it maybe larger than the Z7/Z6. Plus, my D850 should still hold it's own, at least image wise. honestly, for me maybe a Z6iii (yes 3) with a slightly larger sensor and better focusing capability might be the ticket???? Anyway, should be an interesting week. Hopefully Nikon Australia lets you try one out. I would love to hear your opinion of it.
Good morning, I pay close attention to reviews from important photographers. This lens reflects my way of photographing, especially if I have to use particular filters for evening shots of panoramas and architecture. I wanted to know from you, if I may, what substantial differences have you found between this lens and the z 14-24 f2.8 s? Is it worth saving $1000 for lighter weight and more light? or is it better to spend more and get the same result? Thank you for any response. Kind regards and happy new year.
Thanks for watching. Can I ask are you wanting a lens for professional or enthusiast photography? In other words for paid clients or just for facebook or instagram?
I mainly shoot evening street photography with fixed lenses or the 24-70 f2.8 all at an amateur level, I don't publish many photos on social media, but I would use the wide angle lens mainly for evening sunsets and the architecture of historic buildings. however amateur. Maybe in the future I could transform my passion into work, but in the future.@@adrianalfordphotography
@@natalepaglionico7654 ok cool. You’ll find the 14-24 2.8 better in low light handheld and image wise, it will be slightly better. $1000 more better than the 14-30… well, that’s arguable to this day amongst photographers. The 14-30 F4 is a landscape photographer’s dream lens for its compact size and weight, plus very good image quality and can take 82mm filters. Filters for the 2.8 cost a lot more. Tough decision, however (and I can’t say too much) I’ll be reviewing a lens in the next month or two, soon to be released which very well may just suit you and you’ll save a bundle of cash in the process. Stay tuned 🙏
Great video, would you go for this or get the 16-35mm AF with adaptor for the Z? Thanks in advance
Thanks for watching. Although I do love the 16-35mm, I would stick with this native Z lens on a Z camera. It performs a bit better in every aspect. Hope this helps 🙏
@@adrianalfordphotography thanks 🙏
can you recommend this with a Nikon Z7 II? I plan to buy the camera with this lens
If you're doing things like landscapes, or anything wide angle, yes.
@@adrianalfordphotography I absolutely love wide angle
is the front barrel retracting
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Yes
is 14mm many distort video or photo?
Surprisingly no.
Looks an awful lot like a Sigma.... but i'll take your word for it.
What in the world are you talking about? Are you the same guy who asked me all these questions in help for photography and then you leave a comment like this???
@@adrianalfordphotography Maybe it didn't come out right...
I'm sorry.. if i offended in any way. I saw a few videos/sites were there were questions about it looking like a rebranded Sigma... I'll see if i can find them if you're interested.
Again no offense meant.