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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedOctober 2019September 2018
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length24 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionTwelve elements in ten groupsEleven elements in nine groups
Special elementsOne ED and four aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatNano Crystal Coat
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimumf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 84°; DX 61°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX camerasNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.25 m
Maximum magnification0.15×–
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system using two AF drives in tandem; near-silent stepping motors, according to Nikon's launch announcementMulti-focusing system with two AF drive units, according to Nikon's launch announcement; UK page identifies stepping-motor drive
Focus distance detailRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m from focal plane; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notesRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notes
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio approximately 0.15×–
Stabilisation detailNo lens optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible cameras provide in-body stabilisation. Nikon's launch release identifies in-camera five-axis VR and electronic VRNo lens optical VR, as Photography Blog confirms; compatible camera bodies provide in-body VR. Nikon's original system claim of up to five stops is under CIPA conditions
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, near-silent AF and silent aperture control through the control ringNikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitions
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter72 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter78 mm73 mm
Length96.5 mm86 mm
Weight450 g370 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; ring can control aperture or exposure compensation; no focus-distance scaleProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; UK page identifies exposure-compensation control in AF and speed-dependent manual-focus response; no focus-distance scale
Filter detail72 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon states sealing of moving barrel parts against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guaranteeNikon states sealing of the whole lens, including moving parts, against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 78 mm maximum diameter × 96.5 mm from the camera lens mount flangeApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mount
Weight detailApproximately 450 gApproximately 370 g
Lens hoodHB-88 includedHB-89 included
In the boxLC-72B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-88 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-89 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailNikon Canada's September 2019 announcement specifies October 2019 availability; a confirmed first retail day was not foundNikon USA's August 2018 announcement gives September 27 availability; this is the original f/1.8 S model, distinct from the later f/1.4 and f/1.2 primes

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