The Nikon’s wide-angle zoom lens AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED was released in 2007. Now DxOMark just tested this lens with a DxOMark score at 28 (Tested on D800).
Compared to other ultra-wide zoom lenses tested on Nikon D800, the 14-24mm is clearly the best wide-angle zoom lens for Nikon D800.
| Lens | DxOMark Score | Buy Now |
| AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED | 28 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
| Tokina AT-X 16-28 F2.8 PRO FX | 24 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
| AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR | 23 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
| AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED | 21 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
| Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM II | 17 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
| Sigma 12-24mm f4.5-5.6 EX DG | 16 | – |
DxOMark reviewed this lens as “A very impressive ultra-wide performer on the Nikon D800”
Landscape photographers may choose the earlier Nikon AF-S 17-35mm f/2.8 or the newer Nikon 16-35mm f/4 VR for their lower weight and compatibility with filters but if that extreme angle of view is required, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED can certainly deliver with high-resolution cameras. At around $1,995 it’s not cheap, but it in comparative terms the lens should be considered good value.
