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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2024September 2018
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical construction11 elements in nine groups; internal focusingEleven elements in nine groups
Special elementsTwo aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat
Aperture detailf/1.4–16f/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
DiaphragmNine 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 distance0.27 m0.25 m
Maximum magnification0.18×–
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping motor; 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 0.27 m; no separate AF/manual distance publishedRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notes
Magnification detailMaximum 0.18×–
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the bodyNo 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
Video featuresSuppressed focus breathing, which may remain noticeable depending on subject distance; quiet focusing and clickless control ringNikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitions
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter62 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter74.5 mm73 mm
Length86.5 mm86 mm
Weight415 g370 g
ControlsSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur PhotographerProgrammable 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
Zoom designInternal focusing keeps lens length unchanged–
Filter detail62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon states sealing for dust and drip resistance, which is not guaranteed under every condition; TechRadar incorrectly describes official sealing as absentNikon states sealing of the whole lens, including moving parts, against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guarantee
Dimensions detailApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mount
Weight detailApproximately 415 gApproximately 370 g
Lens hoodHB-115 includedHB-89 included
In the boxLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hoodLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-89 hood and CL-C1 case
Release detailNikon USA states mid-July 2024 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained. The co-marketed f/1.8 S is not treated as its predecessorNikon 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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