Quick answer
A fast manual-focus 35mm f/1.4 with a 9-element, 7-group design and a 52mm filter thread. It weighs about 400g and focuses down to 0.3m.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- 52mm filter thread
- Characterful rendering
- Close focus of 0.3m
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Glow wide open
- Coma in the corners wide open
Verdict
A characterful fast 35mm.
About this lens
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 35mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.4, made for Nikon F mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4 specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.4
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 9 elements in 7 groups
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.3 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Weight
- 400 g
- Length
- 74 mm
- Diameter
- 67.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AI-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4?
- Low-light shooting
- Street photography
- Adapted video
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
Is the Nikon 35mm f/1.4 AI-S sharp wide open?
It is soft and glowy at f/1.4 and sharpens by around f/2.8. Many users like the wide-open rendering.
Can I use the 35mm f/1.4 AI-S on Z cameras?
Yes, via the FTZ or FTZ II adapter. Focus is manual, and entering the lens data in the camera menu enables metering and lets in-body stabilization work.
Does the 35mm f/1.4 AI-S have coma?
Yes, point lights in the corners show coma at f/1.4. Stopping down reduces it.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
