Comparing the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 and 35mm f/1.4 to the new 35mm f/1.2 lens

By [NR] admin | Published: February 5, 2025


A comparison between the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8, NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 and the new NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 lenses can be found at B&H Photo:


The official specifications comparison from Nikon:




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Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.8
Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.4
Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2
Short Description
Fast wide-angle prime with a classic angle of view, reinvented for the Z Mount system.

The NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4, an upgrade of the classic 35mm prime lens. Portable and versatile with a fast f/1.4 aperture for stunning bokeh that reproduces vivid, three-dimensional outputs.

Dream bigger with NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S—a masterpiece for photographers and filmmakers. With dreamlike bokeh, vivid clarity and artistic depth, its perfect for creating captivating stories from street to portraitures to videography.

Mount Type
Nikon Z mount
Nikon Z mount
Nikon Z mount
Focal Length
35mm
35mm
35mm
Zoom Ratio
n/a
N/A
N/A
Maximum Aperture
f/1.8
f/1.4
f/1.2
Minimum Aperture
f/16
f/16
f/16
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format)
44°
N/A
N/A
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format)
n/a
FX format: 63°, DX format: 44°
FX format: 63° DX format: 44°
Maximum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format)
63°
N/A
N/A
Minimum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format)
n/a
N/A
N/A
Maximum Reproduction Ratio
0.19x
0.18 x
0.2 x
Lens Elements
11
11 elements in 9 groups (including 2 aspherical elements)
17 elements in 15 groups (3 ED elements, 1 aspherical ED element, 3 aspherical elements, and elements with meso-amorphous, Nano Crystal, and ARNEO coats)
Lens Groups
9
N/A
N/A
High Refractive Index Elements
n/a
N/A
N/A
Compatible Format(s)
Full-frame/FX-format & APS-C size/DX-format
N/A
N/A
VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
n/a
N/A
N/A
Diaphragm Blades
9 rounded
9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
11 ( rounded diaphragm opening )
Distance Information
No
No
No
Arneo Coat
n/a
N/A
N/A
Nano Crystal Coat
Yes
N/A
N/A
ED Glass Elements
2
N/A
N/A
Fluorite Elements
n/a
N/A
N/A
Super ED Glass Elements
n/a
N/A
N/A
Phase Fresnel
n/a
N/A
N/A
Aspherical Elements
3
N/A
N/A
Aspherical Extra-low Dispersion Glass Elements
n/a
N/A
N/A
Fluorine Coat
n/a
N/A
N/A
SR (Short-Wavelength Refractive) Elements
n/a
N/A
N/A
Super Integrated Coating
No
No
No
Autofocus
Yes
Yes
Yes
AF Actuator
STM (stepping motor)
N/A
N/A
AF-P (Pulse Motor)
n/a
n/a
N/A
AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
No
No
No
Internal Focusing
n/a
Yes
Yes
Minimum Focus Distance
0.25 m (0.82 ft.)
0.27m (0.89 ft)
0.3 m ( 0.99 ft)
Close Range Correction
n/a
n/a
N/A
Focus Mode
Autofocus Manual
N/A
N/A
Rear Focusing
Yes
N/A
N/A
De-Focus Control
n/a
N/A
N/A
G-type
n/a
N/A
N/A
E-type
Yes
N/A
N/A
Filter Size
62mm
62mm
82 mm (P = 0.75 mm)
Accepts Filter Type
Screw-in
N/A
N/A
Dimensions (D x L) (mm)
73 mm (2.9 in.) x 86 mm (3.4 in.) Distance from camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted Based on CIPA guidelines
Approx. 74.5 mm x 86.5 mm (3 in. x 3.5 in.)
Approx. 90 mm x 150 mm (3.6 in. x 6 in.)
Weight (g) (body only)*1
Approx. 370 g (13.1 oz.) Based on CIPA guidelines
Approx. 415g (14.7 oz)
Approx. 1060 g (2 lb 5.4 oz)
Micro
n/a
N/A
N/A
Lens Type
Prime, Standard
Prime, Standard
Prime, Wide Angle
Lens Category
Travel & Landscape, People & Events, Sports & Action, Video
N/A
N/A
Format
Full-frame/FX-format
Full-frame/FX-format(35mm)
Full-frame/FX-format(35mm)
Features
Nano Crystal Coat, Autofocus, S-Line
N/A
No
Supplied Accessories
N/A
LC-62B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap), HB-115 Lens Hood
LC-82B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap), HB-110 Lens Hood, CL-C2 Lens Case
Price
$696.95
$596.95
$2,796.95

Nikon Z 35mm f/1.2 S  pre-order links:

Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S lens officially announced

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