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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4GNikonNIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedDecember 2008October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length50 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Macro lens–Yes
Optical constructionEight elements in seven groupsEight elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elements–One aspherical ED element
Aperture detail–At infinity f/1.7–16; at 0.16 m focus distance f/3.2–22
CoatingsSuper Integrated Coating, confirmed by Digital Camera World–
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 46°; Nikon's launch announcement gives a 75 mm equivalent field of view on DXDX 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; FX and DX cameras. Built-in motor supports autofocus on Nikon DSLRs without a body focus motor; Digital Camera World confirms use with Z cameras through FTZ or FTZ IINative Nikon Z mount; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.45 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification0.15×0.67×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor; M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual focus modesStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus distance 0.45 m; Nikon confirms the focus ring does not rotate during autofocusMinimum 0.16 m measured from the focal plane; UK maker states 7.2 cm working distance from the front of the lens
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.15×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 diameter73.5 mm70 mm
Length54 mm72 mm
Weight280 g220 g
ControlsFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ringCustomisable 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 filters52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceCamera Labs identifies a rubber mount gasket but no further weather sealing. No general weather rating is assignedDesigned for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73.5 mm diameter × 54 mm length from the mountApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 72 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 280 gApproximately 220 g, lens only
Lens hoodHB-47 bayonet hood includedOptional HN-43, sold separately
In the boxLC-58 front cap, LF-1 rear cap, HB-47 hood and CL-1013 flexible pouch, as listed by Nikon UKLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap
Release detailNikon's September 2008 announcement specifies December 2008 availability; an exact first on-sale day is not establishedNikon Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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