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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4GNikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2010March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length35 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical constructionTen elements in seven groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne aspherical elementOne ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and Super Integrated CoatingMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detail–f/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 63°; DX 44°FX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens covering FX; Nikon Japan specifies autofocus support with the FT1 adapterNative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Teleconverter support–Compatible with Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4× and TC-2.0×
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.3 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.2×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor; M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual mode; the front barrel does not rotate during focusingSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.3 mDistances from focal plane; 0.38 m at 70/85 mm, 0.5 m at 105 mm, 0.6 m at 135 mm and 0.8 m at 200 mm
Magnification detailNikon UK publishes 0.2× maximum reproduction ratio, used in the main specifications; Nikon Japan gives 0.19×Maximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by CameralabsMaker six-stop claim under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch/roll testing with Z6III, Synchro VR enabled, at telephoto end in Normal mode; support depends on camera
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm90 mm
Length89.5 mm208 mm
Weight600 g998 g
ControlsManual focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ringAF/manual switch, programmable function controls and focus limiter FULL (infinity–0.38 m) or LIMIT (infinity–5 m); control-ring clicking requires compatible camera/firmware
Zoom design–Internal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Weather resistanceBoth reviews describe sealing, including a rubber mount gasket; no general maker protection rating is assignedDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 89.5 mm from the mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 998 g without tripod collar ring or 1180 g with it
Tripod mount–Removable collar with Arca-Swiss screw-clamp foot; maker advises against lever clamps. Protective collar cover included.
Lens hood–HB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-67 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-59 bayonet hood and CL-1118 flexible lens pouch, as listed by Nikon UKLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailNikon USA announced mid-November 2010 availability; Nikon Japan records 19 November 2010 releaseUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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