Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 vs Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 Z
Both are Nikon Z prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 if
- You want the lighter lens to carry: 155 g lighter (220 g vs 375 g)
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.16 m vs 0.34 m
- You want bigger close-ups: 0.67× vs 0.15× maximum magnification
- Our notes say it suits: Close-ups on DX, everyday prime use, product photos
Pick the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 Z if
- You shoot full frame: the Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 is made for APS-C
Spec differences
13 differences| Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 | Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Viltrox
|
| Format |
APS-C
|
Full frame
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.7
|
f/1.8
|
| Weight |
220 g
lighter
|
375 g
|
| Length |
72 mm
shorter
|
78 mm
|
| Diameter |
70 mm
|
69 mm
|
| Filter thread |
52 mm
|
58 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.16 m
closer
|
0.34 m
|
| Max magnification |
0.67×
larger
|
0.15×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
8 elements / 7 groups
|
13 elements / 10 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
STM
|
| Released |
2025
|
not listed
|
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon Z both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 35mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7
Nikon's DX macro prime with a bright f/1.7 aperture, weighing about 220g, introduced in 2025. Its close focus reaches 0.16m, and it takes 52mm filters.
Pros
- Fast f/1.7 aperture
- Close focus of 0.16m
- Light at about 220g
- 52mm filter thread
Cons
- DX only
- Magnification is under life-size
- Short working distance at close focus
Our notes
Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 Z
The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 Z is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.8 for Nikon Z mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
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