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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4NikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2024March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length35 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction11 elements in nine groups; internal focusing18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo aspherical elementsOne ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detailf/1.4–16f/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX 63°; DX 44°FX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
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; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Teleconverter support–Compatible with Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4× and TC-2.0×
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.27 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.18×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailStepping motor; automatic or manual focusingSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.27 m; no separate AF/manual distance publishedDistances from focal plane; 0.38 m at 70/85 mm, 0.5 m at 105 mm, 0.6 m at 135 mm and 0.8 m at 200 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 0.18×Maximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the bodyMaker six-stop claim under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch/roll testing with Z6III, Synchro VR enabled, at telephoto end in Normal mode; support depends on camera
Video featuresSuppressed focus breathing, which may remain noticeable depending on subject distance; quiet focusing and clickless control ring–
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter62 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter74.5 mm90 mm
Length86.5 mm208 mm
Weight415 g998 g
ControlsSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur PhotographerAF/manual switch, programmable function controls and focus limiter FULL (infinity–0.38 m) or LIMIT (infinity–5 m); control-ring clicking requires compatible camera/firmware
Zoom designInternal focusing keeps lens length unchangedInternal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Filter detail62 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 absentDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 415 gApproximately 998 g without tripod collar ring or 1180 g with it
Tripod mount–Removable collar with Arca-Swiss screw-clamp foot; maker advises against lever clamps. Protective collar cover included.
Lens hoodHB-115 includedHB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hoodLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
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 predecessorUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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