Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 vs Brightin Star 35mm f/1.7
Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 if
- Our notes say it suits: Close-ups on DX, everyday prime use, product photos
Pick the Brightin Star 35mm f/1.7 if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
10 differences| Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm F1.7 | Brightin Star 35mm f/1.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Brightin Star
|
| Weight |
220 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
72 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
70 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
52 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.16 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.67×
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
8 elements / 7 groups
|
not listed
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Manual focus
|
| Released |
2025
|
not listed
|
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon Z both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- APS-C both
- Focal length
- 35mm both
- Max aperture
- f/1.7 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
Brightin Star 35mm f/1.7
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