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Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G vs Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED

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NikonAF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8GNikonAF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2011February 2014
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length40 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Macro lensYes–
Optical constructionNine elements in seven groups11 elements in eight groups
Special elements–One ED glass element and one aspherical element
Coatings–Super Integrated Coating, identified by Digital Camera World; no Nano Crystal Coat, according to ePHOTOzine
Aperture detailf/2.8 maximum aperture at infinity; Nikon notes the effective aperture becomes smaller at close focus, with camera exposure and displayed aperture automatically compensated–
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewDX 38°50′; angle of view equivalent to 60 mm on FXFX and 35 mm film 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon F mount
Image circleAPS-CFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens designed for DXNikon F mount with full-frame/FX coverage; also usable on DX. This is distinct from the AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.163 m0.25 m
Maximum magnification1×0.24×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailUltrasonic motor with manual focusing available; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideSilent Wave Motor; both reviews confirm manual focus override
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.163 m from the focal plane at life-size reproduction. Digital Camera World reports a 3.5 cm working distance from the lens front at maximum magnification; the barrel extends when focusing closerMinimum 0.25 m from the focal plane; ePHOTOzine confirms internal focusing and a non-rotating filter thread
Magnification detailMaximum 1× life-size reproduction–
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviews
Design
Filter diameter52 mm58 mm
Maximum diameter68.5 mm72 mm
Length64.5 mm71.5 mm
Weight235 g305 g
ControlsFocus ring and distance window; focus limiter selects the full infinity–0.163 m range or infinity–0.2 mFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ring. Digital Camera World notes limited distance markings between 0.7 m and infinity
Filter detail52 mm screw-in filters; ePHOTOzine reports the thread does not rotate during focusing58 mm screw-in filters; 0.75 mm thread pitch
Weather resistanceePHOTOzine identifies a mount gasket but explicitly notes no weather-resistance claim; no general rating is assignedePHOTOzine identifies a rubber gasket at the mount; Digital Camera World says it is not extensively weather sealed. A general weather-resistance rating is not assigned
Dimensions detailApproximately 68.5 mm maximum diameter × 64.5 mm from the mountApproximately 72 mm maximum diameter × 71.5 mm length from the lens mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 305 g
Lens hood–HB-70 bayonet hood included
In the boxLC-52 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-61 bayonet hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-58 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-70 hood and CL-0915 flexible pouch
Release detailNikon Japan records 25 August 2011 availabilityNikon Japan records first sale on 6 February 2014; Nikon USA announced later US availability on 20 February 2014

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