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Nikon NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2023February 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length26 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionEight elements in six groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detailf/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimumf/1.2–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 79°; DX 57°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 39 mm lens on full frameNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.19×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon USAMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailAll-element focusing system; minimum 0.2 m measured from focal plane. The inner barrel extends during close focusingMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.19×Maximum 0.2×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation–
Video featuresCamera Labs finds visible focus breathing; both Camera Labs and Amateur Photographer find audible focus-drive noiseSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter70 mm90 mm
Length23.5 mm150 mm
Weight125 g1,060 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the cameraTwo 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 detail52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch, attach to the supplied HB-111 hood rather than directly to the lens82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceMetal mount and dust- and drip-resistant design; Nikon does not guarantee resistance in every conditionSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 70 × 23.5 mm, distance to end of lens measured from camera lens mount flangeApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 125 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodHB-111 included; provides filter attachment and protects the frontHB-110 included
In the boxLC-K108 front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-111 hood; CL-C4 case optionalLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA specifies early March 2023 availability; month precision retainedNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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