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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4

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NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2018September 2024
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionEleven elements in nine groups10 elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsOne aspherical element
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragmf/1.4–16
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 63°; DX 44°FX 47°; DX 31°30′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX camerasNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.37 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 driveMulti-focusing system; stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailRear focusing system according to Nikon UK; minimum 0.25 m; no mechanical end stops on the focus ring, as Photography Blog notesMinimum 0.37 m from focal plane; no separate AF/manual distance published
Magnification detail–Maximum 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 optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video featuresNikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitionsSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter62 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter73 mm74.5 mm
Length86 mm86.5 mm
Weight370 g420 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 scaleSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer
Zoom design–Internal 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 of the whole lens, including moving parts, against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof guaranteeDesigned for dust and moisture resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mountApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 370 gApproximately 420 g
Lens hoodHB-89 includedHB-115 included
In the boxLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-89 hood and CL-C1 caseLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hood
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 primesNikon USA states late September 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 predecessor

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