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AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G
- 35mm
- f/1.4
- Prime
- 600 g
- Min focus 0.3 m
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Quick answer
The AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G is a fast wide-normal prime for Nikon FX cameras with Nano Crystal Coat and a silent-wave motor, aimed at low-light and environmental portrait work.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Nano Crystal Coat reduces flare
- Quiet AF-S
- Smooth blur
Cons
- Soft wide open
- Heavier than the f/1.8G (600 g)
- Large front for a 35mm
Verdict
A premium 35mm for Nikon DSLRs; stop down slightly for peak sharpness.
About this lens
A 35mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.4
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2010
- Optical construction
- 10 elements in 7 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.3 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.2x
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 600 g
- Length
- 89.5 mm
- Diameter
- 83 mm
Specification source: imaging.nikon.com
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G?
- Environmental portraits
- Photojournalism
- Low-light events
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 35mm | 54.4° | 63.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 53mm | 37.8° | 44.8° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Nikon AF-S 35mm f/1.4G have Nano Crystal Coat?
Yes. The coating reduces ghosting and flare, which helps with backlit scenes and night shooting.
Is the AF-S 35mm f/1.4G a full-frame lens?
Yes, it is an FX lens that works on DX as a 52mm-equivalent lens. On FX bodies you get its full field of view; DX bodies apply a 1.5x crop factor.
Does the 35mm f/1.4G autofocus on Nikon Z cameras?
Yes, with the FTZ or FTZ II adapter. The lens has its own AF-S motor, so autofocus works through the adapter.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
