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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7

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NikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2018October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length35 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Macro lens–Yes
Optical constructionEleven elements in nine groupsEight elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elementsOne aspherical ED element
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat–
Aperture detailf/1.8 maximum; f/16 minimum; electromagnetic diaphragmAt infinity f/1.7–16; at 0.16 m focus distance f/3.2–22
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 63°; DX 44°DX 44°; Nikon Canada gives 52.5 mm equivalent angle of view in FX format
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameAPS-C
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX camerasNative Nikon Z mount; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.25 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification–0.67×
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 0.16 m measured from the focal plane; UK maker states 7.2 cm working distance from the front of the lens
Magnification detail–Actual maximum reproduction ratio 0.67×; Nikon describes this as life-size equivalent in 35 mm/FX format, rather than an actual 1× ratio
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 both reviews; 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 and quiet focusing; silent control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter62 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter73 mm70 mm
Length86 mm72 mm
Weight370 g220 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 scaleCustomisable control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; no physical AF/manual switch, as noted by Amateur Photographer
Zoom design–Internal focusing keeps total length unchanged
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 guaranteeDesigned for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 73 mm maximum diameter × 86 mm extension from lens mountApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 72 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 370 gApproximately 220 g, lens only
Lens hoodHB-89 includedOptional HN-43, sold separately
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
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 Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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