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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedJanuary 2022February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length28–75 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical constructionFifteen elements in twelve groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsOne Super ED element, one ED element and three aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsAntifouling coating on the frontmost lens surfaceMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detail–f/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded blades; electromagnetic aperture control11 rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75°–32°10′; DX 53°–21°20′FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras, as Photography Blog describesNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.19 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.34×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNo–
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocusMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum distances from focal plane 0.19 m at 28 mm, 0.22 m at 35 mm, 0.3 m at 50 mm and 0.39 m at 75 mm. CameraLabs measured 0.37 m at 75 mm; main values retain Nikon UK's published specificationMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailNikon maximum reproduction ratio 0.34×Maximum 0.2×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR; a compatible camera body can provide sensor-shift stabilisation–
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, stable exposure control, quiet autofocus and smooth control-ring operationSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter67 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter75 mm90 mm
Length120.5 mm150 mm
Weight565 g1,060 g
ControlsZoom ring and programmable shared focus/control ring; Nikon describes aperture and exposure-compensation assignments. Photography Blog also identifies ISO assignment and absence of external switches; focus mode is selected on 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
Zoom designBarrel extends while zooming towards 75 mm, as Photography Blog describes; main length is at 28 mm–
Filter detail67 mm screw-on filters, 0.75 mm pitch82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDust and drip protection; Nikon does not guarantee complete resistance in all conditionsSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 75 × 120.5 mm; extension from lens mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 565 gApproximately 1060 g
Lens hoodHB-93A hood includedHB-110 included
In the boxLC-67B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-93A hood and CL-C2 caseLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan gives 28 January 2022 as the on-sale date; its original February plan was revised on 19 JanuaryNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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