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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2015February 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length600 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical construction16 elements in 12 groups plus one protective glass element17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsFour ED elements and two fluorite elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat; fluorine coating on the protective glassMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detail–f/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded blades; electromagnetic aperture control11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 4°10′; DX 2°40′FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityCPU-equipped E-type Nikon F lens; electromagnetic aperture control restricts compatibility with some older DSLRsNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Teleconverter supportOriginal Nikon announcement lists TC-14E, TC-17E and TC-20E series; autofocus operation depends on the converter and camera aperture support–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance4.4 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.14×0.2×
Optical stabilisationYes–
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with ultrasonic motor; autofocus and manual focusMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focal-plane distance 4.4 m; focus limiter selects FULL or infinity–10 mMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.2×
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Stabilisation detailLens-shift VR rated 4.0 stops under CIPA conditions on an FX DSLR; NORMAL and SPORT modes, with tripod vibration reduction supported–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter40.5 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter166 mm90 mm
Length432 mm150 mm
Weight3,810 g1,060 g
ControlsReviews describe A/M, M/A and M focusing modes and four configurable buttons for AF-ON, AF lock or focus memory recallTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Filter detail40.5 mm drop-in filter system, not a front screw-in thread82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceOriginal Nikon announcement describes sealing and gaskets against the elements; no waterproof rating statedSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 166 mm maximum diameter × 432 mm from the mount flangeApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 1060 g
Lens hood–HB-110 included
Tripod mountTripod collar and foot; a shorter monopod foot is supplied–
In the boxNikon UK lists slip-on front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HK-40 hood, 40.5 mm NC filter, CT-608 case, LN-2 strap and monopod collarLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon US specified mid-July 2015 retail availability; the 2 July announcement is not used as the first-sale dateNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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