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Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S vs Zeiss Otus ML 35mm f/1.4

Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 367 g lighter (370 g vs 737 g)
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.25 m vs 0.3 m
  • You want a compact lens: 86 mm vs 103 mm long

Pick the Zeiss Otus ML 35mm f/1.4 if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S and the Zeiss Otus ML 35mm f/1.4
Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S Zeiss Otus ML 35mm f/1.4
Brand
Nikon
Zeiss
Max aperture
f/1.8
f/1.4 ⅔ stop faster
Weight
370 g lighter
737 g
Length
86 mm shorter
103 mm
Diameter
73 mm slimmer
77 mm
Filter thread
62 mm
67 mm
Min focus distance
0.25 m closer
0.3 m
Max magnification
0.19× larger
0.18×
Optical design
11 elements / 9 groups
15 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2018
not listed
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
35mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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