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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16–35mm f/4G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 16–35mm f/4G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2010February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length16–35 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical construction17 elements in 12 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 detail–f/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 107°–63°; DX 83°–44°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount, G-type CPU lens covering FX; DX angle of view equivalent to 24–52.5 mm on FXNative 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 magnification0.24×0.2×
Optical stabilisationYes–
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave Motor with manual focusing availableMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.29 m at 16 and 35 mm, and 0.28 m at 20–28 mmMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailNikon Japan specifies 0.24×; Digital Camera World's table gives 0.25×. The maker figure is retainedMaximum 0.2×
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Stabilisation detailCurrent maker rating 2.5 stops under CIPA conditions, measured at maximum telephoto on an FX DSLR in Normal mode; no tripod VR. The original 2010 announcement used a four-stop claim under its earlier conditions–
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter82.5 mm90 mm
Length125 mm150 mm
Weight680 g1,060 g
ControlsFocus and zoom rings, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine reports quick, quiet autofocusTwo 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 detail77 mm screw-in filters82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDigital Camera World identifies a mount seal; no general maker protection rating is assignedSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 82.5 mm maximum diameter × 125 mm from the mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailMaker specifies approximately 680 g; ePHOTOzine's older review lists 685 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hood–HB-110 included
In the boxLC-77 front cap, rear cap, HB-23 bayonet hood and CL-1120 soft caseLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA stated late February 2010 availability; Nikon Japan records 26 February 2010. Month precision is retained because the US day is unspecifiedNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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