Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm F1.8G ED

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm F1.8G ED

Product Summary

  • Model name: Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm F1.8G
  • Release Date: Jan 2015
  • Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
  • Format : APS-C / Crop Sensor
  • Mounts: Nikon
  • Color: Black
  • Availability: Feb 2015
  • Price: $599.95
  • Purchase options: Amazon | Adorama | B&H

A Versatile FX-Format Prime Ready for Anything

With the latest addition to Nikon’s popular F1.8 prime series of FX-format lenses, Nikon has announced the new AF-S NIKKOR 35mm F1.8G, a versatile fixed lens ready to thrive in any shooting situation. The new 35mm F1.8G lens rounds out a collection of acclaimed F1.8 lenses including the AF-S NIKKOR 28mm F1.8G, AF-S NIKKOR 50mm F1.8G and AF-S NIKKOR 85mm F1.8G lenses. Sporting the popular 35mm focal length and covering a 63 degree angle of view with a constant F1.8 aperture, Nikon’s newest FX-format lens delivers outstanding viewfinder clarity and high contrast while providing outstanding low-light performance and depth of field control.

Great for available light environment portraits, landscapes and travel photography as well as for producing beautiful images with soft, natural bokeh, the AF-S NIKKOR 35mm F1.8G is a versatile and valuable addition to any FX-format photographer’s lens arsenal and sports the latest in core NIKKOR technologies that ensure elite performance. The lens’ construction includes one ED and one aspheric element in addition to a Silent Wave Motor to provide quiet AF operation.

“As the latest addition to the extensive NIKKOR lens line-up, the new AF-S NIKKOR 35mm F1.8G lens reinforces Nikon’s commitment to providing versatile prime lens options to photographers of all levels,” said Masahiro Horie, Director of Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc.

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Technical Specifications

Type Type G AF-S lens with built-in CPU and F mount
Focal length 35 mm
Maximum aperture f/1.8
Minimum aperture f/16
Lens construction 11 elements in 8 groups (including 1 ED lens element, 1 aspherical lens element)
Angle of view Nikon film SLR and FX-format D-SLR cameras: 63°. Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras: 44°
Focusing Rear Focusing (RF) System with autofocus controlled by Silent Wave Motor and separate focus ring for manual focus
Minimum focus distance 0.25 m (0.82 ft) from focal plane
Maximum reproduction ratio 0.24x
No. of diaphragm blades 7 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Diaphragm Fully automatic
Aperture range f/1.8 – 16
Filter-attachment size 58 mm (P = 0.75 mm)
Dimensions Approx. 72 mm maximum diameter x 71.5 mm (distance from camera lens mount flange)
Weight Approx. 305 g (10.8 oz)

Price and Availability

The AF-S NIKKOR 35mm F1.8G lens will be available on February 20, 2014 for a suggested retail price of $599.95*.

Purchase options

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