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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 SNikonNIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
Overview
ReleasedFebruary 2025June 2021
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm105 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.2f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/32
Macro lens–Yes
Optical construction17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing16 elements in 11 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elementsThree ED elements and one aspherical element
CoatingsMeso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatingsNano Crystal and ARNEO coatings; fluorine-coated front element
Aperture detailf/1.2–16f/2.8–32 at infinity; effective f/4.5–51 at the closest focus distance of 0.29 m. Main aperture figures refer to infinity
Diaphragm11 rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 63°; DX 44°FX 23°10′; DX 15°20′
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 camerasNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.3 m0.29 m
Maximum magnification0.2×1×
Optical stabilisation–Yes
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focus stepping-motor system; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance publishedMinimum 0.29 m from focal plane; limiter selects full range or 0.29–0.5 m. Manual focus throw is adjustable; focus direction reversal requires a compatible Nikon Z body released in October 2020 or later
Magnification detailMaximum 0.2×Maximum 1×, reproducing subjects at life size
Stabilisation detail–Lens-shift VR using voice-coil motors; 4.5-stop CIPA claim with an FX camera in Normal mode. Stabilisation becomes less effective at macro distances, as both reviews note; the USA release's generic footnote refers to maximum telephoto although this is a prime
Video featuresSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settingsQuiet autofocus, smooth aperture control and reduced focus breathing
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter82 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter90 mm85 mm
Length150 mm140 mm
Weight1,060 g630 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 reviewsSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings, L-Fn button, information panel with DISP button, AF/manual switch and focus limiter; Digital Camera World confirms distance, depth-of-field and aperture display
Zoom design–Internal focusing keeps lens length unchanged
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 conditionSealing around mount and moving parts for dust and drip resistance, not guaranteed in all conditions; fluorine front coating repels water, dirt and dust
Dimensions detailApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flangeApproximately 85 mm maximum diameter × 140 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 1060 gApproximately 630 g
Lens hoodHB-110 includedHB-99 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-99 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retainedNikon USA states late-June 2021 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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