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

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NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2018December 2018
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionEleven elements in nine groups12 elements in nine groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and two aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatNano Crystal Coat; the maker does not list a fluorine coating for this model, despite Photography Blog describing one
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragmf/1.8–16; electromagnetic aperture control
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; full-frame/FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.4 m
Maximum magnification–0.15×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system with two AF drive units, according to Nikon's launch announcement; UK page identifies stepping-motor driveStepping motor; 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 0.4 m measured from the focal plane; internal focusing
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.15× according to Nikon Japan's specifications
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; uses in-body stabilisation on compatible cameras. Nikon UK quotes up to five stops under CIPA standards for the original compatible camera system, not every Nikon Z body
Video featuresNikon describes near-silent focusing, suppressed focus breathing and smooth aperture control for exposure transitionsNear-silent autofocus, reduced focus breathing and smooth aperture changes
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter62 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter73 mm76 mm
Length86 mm86.5 mm
Weight370 g415 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 scaleCombined focus/customisable control ring and AF/manual switch; no distance scale, as Photography Blog notes
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 guaranteeMount and moving barrel parts sealed against dust and water droplets; not a waterproof rating
Dimensions detailApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mountApproximately 76 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 370 gApproximately 415 g
Lens hoodHB-89 includedHB-90 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, HB-90 hood and CL-C1 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 primesAnnounced August 2018. Nikon Japan's updated November notice confirms 7 December 2018 local availability after an earlier planned date; earliest exact global and UK day unconfirmed, so December precision retained. ePHOTOzine's 2022 review introduction does not describe the original launch chronology

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