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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2014October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Macro lens–Yes
Optical construction11 elements in eight groupsEight elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne ED glass element and one aspherical elementOne aspherical ED element
Aperture detail–At infinity f/1.7–16; at 0.16 m focus distance f/3.2–22
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°DX 44°; Nikon Canada gives 52.5 mm equivalent angle of view in FX format
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameAPS-C
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; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification0.24×0.67×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor; both reviews confirm manual focus overrideStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.25 m from the focal plane; ePHOTOzine confirms internal focusing and a non-rotating filter threadMinimum 0.16 m measured from the focal plane; UK maker states 7.2 cm working distance from the front of the lens
Magnification detail–Actual maximum reproduction ratio 0.67×; Nikon describes this as life-size equivalent in 35 mm/FX format, rather than an actual 1× ratio
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing and quiet focusing; silent control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter58 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter72 mm70 mm
Length71.5 mm72 mm
Weight305 g220 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 infinityCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; no physical AF/manual switch, as noted by Amateur Photographer
Zoom design–Internal focusing keeps total length unchanged
Filter detail58 mm screw-in filters; 0.75 mm thread pitch52 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 drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 72 mm maximum diameter × 71.5 mm length from the lens mount flangeApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 72 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 305 gApproximately 220 g, lens only
Lens hoodHB-70 bayonet hood includedOptional HN-43, sold separately
In the boxLC-58 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-70 hood and CL-0915 flexible pouchLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 6 February 2014; Nikon USA announced later US availability on 20 February 2014Nikon Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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