AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G ED
- 35mm
- f/1.8
- Prime
- 305 g
- Min focus 0.25 m
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Quick answer
A fast wide-normal prime for Nikon FX cameras with a silent-wave motor and ED glass. It also works on DX cameras.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Sharp
- Fast quiet autofocus
- Full-frame coverage
Cons
- No vibration reduction
- Some distortion and vignetting wide open
- Plastic construction
Verdict
A well-regarded full-frame 35mm.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G ED is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.8 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 11 elements in 8 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.25 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.24x
- Filter thread
- 58 mm
- Weight
- 305 g
- Length
- 71.5 mm
- Diameter
- 72 mm
Specification source: imaging.nikon.com
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G ED?
- Street
- Documentary
- Event photography
- Everyday shooting
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
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
Is the Nikon AF-S 35mm f/1.8G ED full-frame?
Yes. It covers FX and works on DX, where it frames like a 52mm lens. On FX bodies you get its full field of view.
Does the 35mm f/1.8G ED autofocus on Nikon Z cameras?
Yes, with the FTZ or FTZ II adapter. The lens has its own focus motor, so autofocus works through the adapter.
Nikon 35mm f/1.8G ED vs 35mm f/1.4G?
The f/1.8 is lighter and sharper wide open. The f/1.4 gives more blur and low-light speed but is larger.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
