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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2014September 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length35 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction11 elements in eight groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsOne ED glass element and one aspherical elementTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsSuper Integrated Coating, identified by Digital Camera World; no Nano Crystal Coat, according to ePHOTOzineMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 63°; DX 44°FX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount with full-frame/FX coverage; also usable on DX. This is distinct from the AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8GNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.32×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor; both reviews confirm manual focus overrideMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.25 m from the focal plane; ePHOTOzine confirms internal focusing and a non-rotating filter threadMinimum focus from focal plane 0.24 m at 24/28 mm, 0.27 m at 35 mm, 0.30 m at 50 mm and 0.33 m at 70 mm
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video features–Focus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter58 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter72 mm84 mm
Length71.5 mm142 mm
Weight305 g675 g
ControlsFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ring. Digital Camera World notes limited distance markings between 0.7 m and infinityClick on/off control ring, two assignable L-fn buttons and focus-limit switch that restricts minimum focus to 0.33 m throughout the zoom range
Zoom design–Internal zoom maintains the lens length
Filter detail58 mm screw-in filters; 0.75 mm thread pitch–
Weather resistanceePHOTOzine identifies a rubber gasket at the mount; Digital Camera World says it is not extensively weather sealed. A general weather-resistance rating is not assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 72 mm maximum diameter × 71.5 mm length from the lens mount flangeApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detailApproximately 305 gMaker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodHB-70 bayonet hood includedHB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-58 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-70 hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 6 February 2014; Nikon USA announced later US availability on 20 February 2014Announced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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