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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E EDNikonNIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedJune 2017October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length28 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Macro lens–Yes
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groupsEight elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsOne aspherical ED element
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and fluorine coating–
Aperture detailE-type electromagnetic automatic diaphragmAt infinity f/1.7–16; at 0.16 m focus distance f/3.2–22
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75°; DX 53°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 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; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.67×
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 0.16 m measured from the focal plane; UK maker states 7.2 cm working distance from the front of the lens
Magnification detailMaker maximum 0.17×; Phillip Reeve's measured 1:5.5 is a test result, not the maker specificationActual 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 ePHOTOzineNo 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 resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm70 mm
Length100.5 mm72 mm
Weight645 g220 g
ControlsDedicated focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switchCustomisable 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 resistanceNikon specifies dust- and drip-resistant construction; fluorine coating repels water, dust and dirt. No waterproof or IP rating is claimedDesigned for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 100.5 mm from the mountApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 72 mm from mount flange
Weight detailMaker approximately 645 g; Phillip Reeve measured 646 g without hood or capsApproximately 220 g, lens only
Lens hood–Optional HN-43, sold separately
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-83 bayonet hood and CL-1118 lens caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap
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 Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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