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Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7

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NikonNIKKOR Z 40mm f/2NikonNIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2021October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length40 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/2f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Macro lens–Yes
Optical constructionSix elements in four groupsEight elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo aspherical elementsOne aspherical ED element
Aperture detailf/2 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 57°; DX 38°50′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 distance0.29 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.67×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailQuiet stepping-motor autofocus, according to Nikon UKStepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.29 m measured from focal plane; barrel length remains constant while focusingMinimum 0.16 m measured from the focal plane; UK maker states 7.2 cm working distance from the front of the lens
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.17×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; compatible cameras can provide in-body stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBISNo optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing, quiet focusing and silent aperture control through the control ringSuppressed focus breathing and quiet focusing; silent control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter70 mm70 mm
Length45.5 mm72 mm
Weight170 g220 g
ControlsOne programmable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the cameraCustomisable 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 detail52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon states dust- and drip-resistant sealing, but explicitly does not guarantee resistance in all conditionsDesigned for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailStandard version approximately 70 × 45.5 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 45.5 mm, measured from lens mount flangeApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 72 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 170 g for either finishApproximately 220 g, lens only
Lens hoodNot included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hoodOptional HN-43, sold separately
In the boxLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap
Release detailSeptember 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 specificationNikon Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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