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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 14–24mm f/2.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2007February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length14–24 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detailConstant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range; G-type automatic diaphragmf/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 114°–84°; DX 90°–61°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount with full-frame/FX coverage; also usable on DXNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification–0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave Motor. Manual focus override via M/A modeMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.28 m at 18–24 mm; Nikon Japan specifies 0.3 m below 18 mmMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailNikon UK publishes a maximum reproduction ratio of 1/6.7, while the current Japanese table gives 0.14×; both are retained here without silently equating themMaximum 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 optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World–
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter–82 mm
Maximum diameter98 mm90 mm
Length131.5 mm150 mm
Weight1,000 g1,060 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine finds both rings smooth with short focus-ring travelTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Zoom designRotating zoom ring with focal-length markings at 14, 15, 16, 18, 20 and 24 mm–
Filter detailNo standard screw-in filter attachment. Digital Camera World notes specialist external filter systems can be used with a dedicated adapter82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceePHOTOzine identifies a rubber seal at the mount and Digital Camera World describes weather seals. The maker tables do not define broader protection, so no general rating is assignedSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 98 mm maximum diameter × 131.5 mm length from the lens mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailNikon UK specifies approximately 1,000 g; the current Japanese table specifies approximately 970 g. The UK figure is retainedApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodFixed hood around the curved front elementHB-110 included
In the boxSlip-on front cap, rear cap and CL-M3 semi-soft case; Nikon Japan's shop identifies the rear cap as LF-1LC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA stated November 2007 availability; Nikon Japan's shop records 30 November 2007. Month precision is retained because the US first-sale day is not givenNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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