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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedApril 2025February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length28–135 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/4f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical construction18 elements in 13 groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsMeso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the front elementMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detail–f/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75° to 18°10′; DX 53° to 12°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
Compatibility–Native Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.34 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.25×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailStepping motor autofocus and internal focusingMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focal-plane distances of 0.34 m at 28, 35 and 50 mm; 0.39 m at 70 mm; 0.43 m at 85 mm; 0.49 m at 105 mm; 0.57 m at 135 mmMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mmMaximum 0.2×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World; camera stabilisation depends on the body–
Video featuresFocus-breathing suppression, linear manual-focus support and power zoom; Hi-Res Zoom synchronisation requires a supported camera and suitable firmwareSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter95 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter105 mm90 mm
Length177.5 mm150 mm
Weight1,210 g1,060 g
ControlsZoom rocker, electronically coupled zoom and focus rings, customisable control ring, two L-Fn buttons and A–M switch; no mechanically driven manual zoom ringTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Zoom designInternal power zoom with eleven selectable speeds on compatible cameras; adjustable zoom-ring direction and rotation angle, with firmware and camera compatibility requirements–
Filter detail95 mm screw-in filter thread; HB-116 rectangular hood has a filter adjustment window82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every conditionSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flangeApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 1,210 g including tripod collar, used in the main specifications; approximately 1,120 g without itApproximately 1060 g
Lens hood–HB-110 included
Tripod mountTripod collar with removable foot–
In the boxLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 caseLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-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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