Quick answer
A compact manual-focus 35mm f/2 with an 8-element design and a 52mm filter thread. It weighs about 285g and focuses down to 0.3m.
Pros
- Compact at about 285g
- f/2 aperture
- 52mm filter thread
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Soft wide open
- Flare against bright light
Verdict
A small, classic 35mm.
About this lens
This 35mm f/2 fast wide-angle prime lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 35mm f/2 specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.0
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 8 elements in 6 groups
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.3 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Weight
- 285 g
- Length
- 61 mm
- Diameter
- 63.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AI-S Nikkor 35mm f/2?
- Street photography
- Documentary
- Adapted use on Z
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 35mm f/2 AI-S sharp?
It sharpens quickly when stopped down slightly from f/2. Wide open it is a little soft.
Can I use the 35mm f/2 AI-S on Z cameras?
Yes, with the FTZ or FTZ II adapter. You focus by hand, and once you enter its focal length and aperture in the lens-data menu the camera can meter and stabilize.
Is the 35mm f/2 AI-S the same as the AF 35mm f/2D?
No. The autofocus AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D is a separate design with a different element layout.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.