Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED

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AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G ED compared with AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED
NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G EDNikonAF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2015February 2014
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length24 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical construction12 elements in nine groups11 elements in eight groups
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and two aspherical elementsOne ED glass element and one aspherical element
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatSuper Integrated Coating, identified by Digital Camera World; no Nano Crystal Coat, according to ePHOTOzine
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 84°; DX 61°FX and 35 mm film 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon F mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens covering FX; Digital Camera World gives a 36 mm equivalent angle of view on 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 distance0.23 m0.25 m
Maximum magnification0.2×0.24×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with an ultrasonic motor according to Nikon Japan; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideSilent Wave Motor; both reviews confirm manual focus override
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.23 m from the focal planeMinimum 0.25 m from the focal plane; ePHOTOzine confirms internal focusing and a non-rotating filter thread
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviews
Design
Filter diameter72 mm58 mm
Maximum diameter77.5 mm72 mm
Length83 mm71.5 mm
Weight355 g305 g (better)
ControlsFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine reports no aperture ring and a non-rotating front elementFocus 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 detail–58 mm screw-in filters; 0.75 mm thread pitch
Weather resistanceDigital Camera World identifies a mount gasket, while ePHOTOzine notes the lack of general weather resistance. No general maker protection 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 77.5 mm maximum diameter × 83 mm from the mountApproximately 72 mm maximum diameter × 71.5 mm length from the lens mount flange
Weight detailNikon UK and Japan specify 355 g; Digital Camera World's table and prose give 335 g. The maker figure is retainedApproximately 305 g
Lens hood–HB-70 bayonet hood included
In the boxLC-72 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-76 bayonet hood and CL-1015 lens caseLC-58 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-70 hood and CL-0915 flexible pouch
Release detailNikon Canada stated mid-September 2015 availability; Nikon Japan records 17 September 2015. Month precision is retained because Canada's first-sale day is unspecifiedNikon Japan records first sale on 6 February 2014; Nikon USA announced later US availability on 20 February 2014

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