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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7

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NikonNIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8NikonNIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2021October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length28 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Macro lens–Yes
Optical constructionNine elements in eight groupsEight elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo aspherical elementsOne aspherical ED element
Aperture detailf/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimumAt infinity f/1.7–16; at 0.16 m focus distance f/3.2–22
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75°; DX 53°DX 44°; Nikon Canada gives 52.5 mm equivalent angle of view in FX format
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameAPS-C
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 42 mm lens on full frameNative Nikon Z mount; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.19 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification0.2×0.67×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailNikon multi-focusing autofocus system, designed for quiet operation and close-range accuracyStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.19 m measured from focal planeMinimum 0.16 m measured from the focal plane; UK maker states 7.2 cm working distance from the front of the lens
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.2×Actual maximum reproduction ratio 0.67×; Nikon describes this as life-size equivalent in 35 mm/FX format, rather than an actual 1× ratio
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBISNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video featuresNikon describes quiet operation, reduced focus breathing and stable exposure for videoSuppressed focus breathing and quiet focusing; silent control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter70 mm70 mm
Length43 mm72 mm
Weight155 g220 g
ControlsOne programmable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the cameraCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; no physical AF/manual switch, as noted by Amateur Photographer
Zoom design–Internal focusing keeps total length unchanged
Filter detail52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon states dust- and drip-resistant design, but does not guarantee resistance in all situations or conditionsDesigned for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailStandard approximately 70 × 43 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 43 mm, measured from lens mount flangeApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 72 mm from mount flange
Weight detailStandard approximately 155 g; SE approximately 160 gApproximately 220 g, lens only
Lens hoodNot included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hoodOptional HN-43, sold separately
In the boxLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap
Release detailNikon USA specifies late July 2021 availability of the SE lens in a Zfc kit, with separate SE sales planned for autumn. The modern standard exterior followed in December 2021. These cosmetic finishes share the same optical specification and are configurations hereNikon Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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