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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2

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NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2018September 2021
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm40 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/2
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionEleven elements in nine groupsSix elements in four groups
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsTwo aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragmf/2 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragm
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 63°; DX 44°FX 57°; DX 38°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX camerasNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.29 m
Maximum magnification–0.17×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with two AF drive units, according to Nikon's launch announcement; UK page identifies stepping-motor driveQuiet stepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon UK
Focus distance detailRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notesInternal focusing; minimum 0.29 m measured from focal plane; barrel length remains constant while focusing
Magnification detail–Maximum reproduction ratio 0.17×
Stabilisation detailNo 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 conditionsNo lens optical VR; compatible cameras can provide in-body stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBIS
Video featuresNikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitionsNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet focusing and silent aperture control through the control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter62 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter73 mm70 mm
Length86 mm45.5 mm
Weight370 g170 g
ControlsProgrammable focus/control ring and A/M switch; UK page identifies exposure-compensation control in AF and speed-dependent manual-focus response; no focus-distance scaleOne programmable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the camera
Filter detail62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon states sealing of the whole lens, including moving parts, against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guaranteeNikon states dust- and drip-resistant sealing, but explicitly does not guarantee resistance in all conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mountStandard version approximately 70 × 45.5 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 45.5 mm, measured from lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 370 gApproximately 170 g for either finish
Lens hoodHB-89 includedNot included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hood
In the boxLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-89 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or case
Release detailNikon 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 primesSeptember 2021 UK launch coverage gives September 30 availability, while Nikon USA specifies later that autumn. Month precision is retained. The later SE changes the exterior finish and diameter, with the same optical specification

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