Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon 35mm f/1.8G
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 2014-01-07
MSRP Price: $599
Made in: Thailand
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: Unleash the power of your high-resolution Nikon HD-SLR. The AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED draws maximum definition and image quality from Nikon's high-pixel-count image sensors for truly dazzling photos and HD videos. It brings the outstanding optical characteristics of AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4G to Nikon's f/1.8 FX-format prime lens collection, which includes 28mm, 50mm and 85mm versions. With 63° of coverage, ED and AS glass elements for outstanding contrast and minimal distortion, Nikon's innovative Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet, precise autofocusing and a lightweight, compact design, the AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED is an outstanding choice for your photo or HD video applications.
Photography Life Review Summary: The Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G ED follows the footsteps of the budget-friendly enthusiast level line of f/1.8 lenses from Nikon. Its sharpness, microcontrast, color rendition and other optical qualities are very impressive for its price, making it another “great value” addition to the already strong line of Nikkor lenses. If you have been impressed by such lenses as the Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G, 50mm f/1.8G and 85mm f/1.8G, you will be very pleased by what the Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G ED has to offer. As demonstrated in the previous page, its sharpness figures are very high, surpassing both the Nikkor f/1.4G and Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Art lenses in peak center performance. It also exhibits very little focus shift and its handling of ghosting / flare is very good. Autofocus performance and accuracy are also impressive, even when shooting in low-light conditions. Read the full Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED Review by Photography Life.
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | FX/35mm |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.24x |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 44° |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 63° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 11 |
| Lens Groups | 8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 1 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Silent Wave Motor (SWM) | Yes |
| Rear Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.82 ft. (0.25m) |
| Focus Mode Switch | Auto/Manual |
| G-type | Yes |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | 2.83 in. (72 mm) x 2.81 in. (71.5 mm) |
| Weight | 10.7 oz. (305 g) |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
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I am interested in buying a 35mm lens and I am hesitating between the Nikon f/1.8 and the Sigma f/1.4. I shoot with a D800. I already have a Nikon 50mm f/1.4 (which I would sell) but I find it too tight for my needs.
What would you recommend?
P.S.- Thank you for all your great work. It helps so much.
Jean,
in all honesty, as good as the AF-S 35mm f/1.8G might be (and we are not yet sure not having reviewed it), that Sigma is a wonderful lens, especially for the price. I would go with the Sigma.