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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2014September 2024
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical construction11 elements in eight groups10 elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED glass element and one aspherical elementOne aspherical element
Aperture detail–f/1.4–16
CoatingsSuper Integrated Coating, identified by Digital Camera World; no Nano Crystal Coat, according to ePHOTOzine–
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 63°; DX 44°FX 47°; DX 31°30′
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/1.8GNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.37 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.17×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor; both reviews confirm manual focus overrideMulti-focusing system; stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.25 m from the focal plane; ePHOTOzine confirms internal focusing and a non-rotating filter threadMinimum 0.37 m from focal plane; no separate AF/manual distance published
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.17×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter58 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter72 mm74.5 mm
Length71.5 mm86.5 mm
Weight305 g420 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 infinitySeparate 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 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 assignedDesigned for dust and moisture resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 72 mm maximum diameter × 71.5 mm length from the lens mount flangeApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 305 gApproximately 420 g
Lens hoodHB-70 bayonet hood includedHB-115 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 and HB-115 hood
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 6 February 2014; Nikon USA announced later US availability on 20 February 2014Nikon USA states late September 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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