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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 SNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2025September 2018
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.2f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical construction17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusingEleven elements in nine groups
Special elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
CoatingsMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatingsNano Crystal Coat
Aperture detailf/1.2–16f/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
Diaphragm11 rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 63°; DX 44°FX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX camerasNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.3 m0.25 m
Optical stabilisation–No
Maximum magnification0.2×–
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focusing system with two AF drive units, according to Nikon's launch announcement; UK page identifies stepping-motor drive
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance publishedRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notes
Stabilisation detail–No 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
Magnification detailMaximum 0.2×–
Video featuresSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settingsNikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitions
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter82 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter90 mm73 mm
Length150 mm86 mm
Weight1,060 g370 g
ControlsTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviewsProgrammable 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 detail82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every conditionNikon states sealing of the whole lens, including moving parts, against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flangeApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mount
Weight detailApproximately 1060 gApproximately 370 g
Lens hoodHB-110 includedHB-89 included
In the boxLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 caseLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-89 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon 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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