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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2015October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length24 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Macro lens–Yes
Optical construction12 elements in nine groupsEight elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and two aspherical elementsOne aspherical ED element
Aperture detail–At infinity f/1.7–16; at 0.16 m focus distance f/3.2–22
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 84°; DX 61°DX 44°; Nikon Canada gives 52.5 mm equivalent angle of view in FX format
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameAPS-C
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens covering FX; Digital Camera World gives a 36 mm equivalent angle of view on DXNative Nikon Z mount; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.23 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification0.2×0.67×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with an ultrasonic motor according to Nikon Japan; both reviews identify Silent Wave Motor and manual overrideStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.23 m from the focal planeMinimum 0.16 m measured from the focal plane; UK maker states 7.2 cm working distance from the front of the lens
Magnification detail–Actual maximum reproduction ratio 0.67×; Nikon describes this as life-size equivalent in 35 mm/FX format, rather than an actual 1× ratio
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing and quiet focusing; silent control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter72 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter77.5 mm70 mm
Length83 mm72 mm
Weight355 g220 g
ControlsFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; ePHOTOzine reports no aperture ring and a non-rotating front elementCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; no physical AF/manual switch, as noted by Amateur Photographer
Zoom design–Internal focusing keeps total length unchanged
Filter detail–52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDigital Camera World identifies a mount gasket, while ePHOTOzine notes the lack of general weather resistance. No general maker protection rating is assignedDesigned for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 77.5 mm maximum diameter × 83 mm from the mountApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 72 mm from 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 220 g, lens only
Lens hood–Optional HN-43, sold separately
In the boxLC-72 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-76 bayonet hood and CL-1015 lens caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap
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 Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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