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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2014September 2018
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical construction11 elements in eight groupsEleven elements in nine 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 ePHOTOzineNano Crystal Coat
Aperture detail–f/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 63°; DX 44°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
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; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.25 m
Maximum magnification0.24×–
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor; both reviews confirm manual focus overrideMulti-focusing system with two AF drive units, according to Nikon's launch announcement; UK page identifies stepping-motor drive
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.25 m from the focal plane; ePHOTOzine confirms internal focusing and a non-rotating filter threadRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notes
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo lens optical VR, as Photography Blog confirms; compatible camera bodies provide in-body VR. Nikon's original system claim of up to five stops is under CIPA conditions
Video features–Nikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitions
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter58 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter72 mm73 mm
Length71.5 mm86 mm
Weight305 g370 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 infinityProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; UK page identifies exposure-compensation control in AF and speed-dependent manual-focus response; no focus-distance scale
Filter detail58 mm screw-in filters; 0.75 mm thread pitch62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm 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 assignedNikon states sealing of the whole lens, including moving parts, against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 72 mm maximum diameter × 71.5 mm length from the lens mount flangeApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mount
Weight detailApproximately 305 gApproximately 370 g
Lens hoodHB-70 bayonet hood includedHB-89 included
In the boxLC-58 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-70 hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-89 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 6 February 2014; Nikon USA announced later US availability on 20 February 2014Nikon USA's August 2018 announcement gives September 27 availability; this is the original f/1.8 S model, distinct from the later f/1.4 and f/1.2 primes

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