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Nikon NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7

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NikonNIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S NoctNikonNIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Overview
ReleasedOctober 2019October 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length58 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/0.95f/1.7
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Macro lens–Yes
Optical constructionSeventeen elements in ten groupsEight elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsFour ED and three aspherical elements, including a large-diameter ground aspherical elementOne aspherical ED element
Aperture detail–At infinity f/1.7–16; at 0.16 m focus distance f/3.2–22
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat, ARNEO Coat and fluorine-coated front element–
DiaphragmEleven rounded blades; electromagnetic aperture mechanismNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 40°50′; DX 27°20′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
Compatibility–Native Nikon Z mount; designed for DX/APS-C format
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusNoYes
Minimum focus distance0.5 m0.16 m
Maximum magnification–0.67×
Optical stabilisation–No
Autofocus detail–Stepping motor; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailManual front focusing; minimum distance 0.5 m. Digital Camera World describes nearly a full turn of the focus ring between minimum distance and infinityMinimum 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 detail–No optical VR, as confirmed by both reviews; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing and silent aperture control through the control ringSuppressed focus breathing and quiet focusing; silent control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter82 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter102 mm70 mm
Length153 mm72 mm
Weight2,000 g220 g
ControlsCustomisable L-Fn button and control ring for aperture or exposure compensation; OLED panel displays aperture, focus distance and depth of fieldCustomisable 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 detail82 mm screw-on filter, 0.75 mm thread pitch52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistance–Designed for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 102 mm maximum diameter × 153 mm from mount flangeApproximately 70 mm maximum diameter × 72 mm from mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 2000 gApproximately 220 g, lens only
Tripod mountRotating tripod collar, as Digital Camera World describes–
Lens hoodHN-38 screw-on hood with felt-lined interiorOptional HN-43, sold separately
In the boxLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HN-38 hood and CT-101 heavy-duty trunk caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap
Release detailNikon USA gives 31 October 2019 availability; announced 10 October after the earlier development announcementNikon Canada states late October 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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