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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E EDNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
Overview
ReleasedJune 2017July 2024
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length28 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groups11 elements in nine groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsTwo aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and fluorine coating–
Aperture detailE-type electromagnetic automatic diaphragmf/1.4–16
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75°; DX 53°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount E-type CPU lens; ePHOTOzine notes that electronic aperture control requires a compatible later camera body. Phillip Reeve tested autofocus successfully on a Nikon Zf through the FTZ II adapterNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.27 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.18×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor and manual override; Nikon Japan specifies rear focusing rather than generic internal focusingStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.28 m from the focal planeMinimum 0.27 m; no separate AF/manual distance published
Magnification detailMaker maximum 0.17×; Phillip Reeve's measured 1:5.5 is a test result, not the maker specificationMaximum 0.18×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by ePHOTOzineNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, which may remain noticeable depending on subject distance; quiet focusing and clickless control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm74.5 mm
Length100.5 mm86.5 mm
Weight645 g415 g
ControlsDedicated focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switchSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer
Zoom design–Internal focusing keeps lens length unchanged
Filter detail–62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon specifies dust- and drip-resistant construction; fluorine coating repels water, dust and dirt. No waterproof or IP rating is claimedNikon states sealing for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition; TechRadar incorrectly describes official sealing as absent
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 100.5 mm from the mountApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailMaker approximately 645 g; Phillip Reeve measured 646 g without hood or capsApproximately 415 g
Lens hood–HB-115 included
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-83 bayonet hood and CL-1118 lens caseLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hood
Release detailNikon USA stated late June 2017 availability; Nikon Japan records 30 June 2017. Month precision is retained because the US first-sale day is unspecifiedNikon USA states mid-July 2024 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained. The co-marketed f/1.8 S is not treated as its predecessor

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