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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonAF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8GNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2009February 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical constructionEight elements in six groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne aspherical elementThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsSuper Integrated CoatingMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detailf/1.8–22; no aperture ring. Digital Camera World confirms aperture control by a mechanical lever in the host cameraf/1.2–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewDX 44°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleAPS-CFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount with a DX/APS-C image circle. Full-frame cameras require a DX crop; full-frame capture produces heavy corner shading according to Photography BlogNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Image circle detailPhysical 35 mm focal length; standard angle of view on DX cameras, approximately equivalent to 52.5 mm on full-frame–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.3 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.16×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor with manual override in M/A mode; works on Nikon DX DSLRs without an in-body focus motorMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.3 m; Digital Camera World confirms internal focusing and a front element that does not rotateMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailMaximum 0.16×; not a life-size macro lensMaximum 0.2×
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Stabilisation detailNo lens optical VR–
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter52 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter70 mm90 mm
Length52.5 mm150 mm
Weight200 g1,060 g
ControlsManual focus ring and M/A–M switch; no distance scale or depth-of-field markings, as both reviews noteTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Filter detail52 mm screw-in filters82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistance–Sealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 52.5 mm lengthApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 200 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodHB-46 includedHB-110 included
In the boxLC-52 front cap, LF-1 rear cap, HB-46 bayonet hood and CL-0913 pouchLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA's February 2009 announcement states March availability; earliest exact global and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained. This is the DX lens, distinct from the later full-frame 35mm f/1.8G ED; Digital Camera World's Full-frame Yes table cell contradicts its own DX description and the maker, and is not copiedNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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