Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 vs Viltrox 35mm f/1.7
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Viltrox
35mm f/1.7
Verdict at a glance
- Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 is lighter by 40g.
| Spec | Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 | 35mm f/1.7 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Viltrox |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.7 | f/1.7 |
| Released | 2025 | n/a |
| Format | aps-c | aps-c |
| Groups | 7 | 9 |
| Elements | 8 | 11 |
| Weight g | 220.0 | 180 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 52 | 52 |
| Length mm | 72.0 | 56.4 |
| Diameter mm | 70.0 | 64.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.16 (closer focusing) | 0.33 |
| Max magnification | 0.667 | 0.13 |
| Blades | n/a | 9 |
| Af motor | n/a | STM |
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
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7
A 35mm f/1.7 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 is designed for Nikon Z mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.