Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR vs Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G is faster by 2.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G is lighter by 480g.
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR goes wider (16mm vs 35mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR is the newer design (2010 vs 2009).
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR | AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Prime |
| Focal length | 16-35mm (wider) | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/1.8 (faster) |
| Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Format | full-frame | aps-c |
| Groups | 12 | 6 |
| Af motor | SWM | SWM |
| Elements | 17 | 8 |
| Weight g | 680.0 | 200.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 77 | 52 |
| Length mm | 125.0 | 52.5 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 82.5 | 70.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.28 (closer focusing) | 0.3 |
| Blades | n/a | 7 |
| Max magnification | n/a | 0.16 |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR
A wide-angle zoom for Nikon FX cameras with vibration reduction and a constant f/4 aperture. It takes standard 77mm filters.
Pros
- Vibration reduction
- Constant f/4
- Accepts filters
- Sharp
Cons
- Distortion at 16mm
- Slower than f/2.8
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G
A small, fast prime designed for Nikon DX cameras. It gives about a 52mm equivalent view and uses a silent-wave autofocus motor.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Light and compact (200 g)
- Fast AF-S focus
Cons
- Designed for DX; FX bodies crop
- No vibration reduction
- Plastic construction