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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2014March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length35 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction11 elements in eight groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED glass element and one aspherical elementOne ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
CoatingsSuper Integrated Coating, identified by Digital Camera World; no Nano Crystal Coat, according to ePHOTOzineMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detail–f/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmSeven 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 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; 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 distance0.25 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor; both reviews confirm manual focus overrideSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.25 m from the focal plane; ePHOTOzine confirms internal focusing and a non-rotating filter threadDistances 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 detail–Maximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsMaker 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 diameter58 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter72 mm90 mm
Length71.5 mm208 mm
Weight305 g998 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 infinityAF/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
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 resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 72 mm maximum diameter × 71.5 mm length from the lens mount flangeApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 305 gApproximately 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 hoodHB-70 bayonet hood includedHB-119 with filter-adjustment window
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-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 6 February 2014; Nikon USA announced later US availability on 20 February 2014US maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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