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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8 G ED Autofocus Lens {58}
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$503.00
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Nikon's full-frame 35mm f/1.8 prime built for everyday carry.
At 35mm on an FX body, you get a 63° angle of view that sits close enough to natural human perspective to work for almost anything: street, documentary, environmental portraiture, run-and-gun video. Stop down a bit and it's a solid all-purpose wide; shoot wide open at f/1.8 and you get meaningful subject separation with backgrounds that fall off cleanly. The 11-element, 8-group optical design pairs an aspherical element with an ED glass element to keep chromatic aberration and spherical aberration in check at wide apertures, where lesser lenses show their weaknesses. Super Integrated Coating keeps flare and ghosting controlled in backlit situations.
The Silent Wave Motor delivers autofocus that's fast enough for casual action and quiet enough that it won't intrude on video audio. Full-time manual focus override is available without switching modes, which matters when you're pulling focus on a moving subject mid-shot. At 10.76 oz (305 g) and 2.81" long, it disappears in a bag. On DX bodies, the 52.5mm equivalent angle of view slots in as a near-perfect normal lens. The 25cm minimum focusing distance gives you some room to work tighter than you'd expect from a prime at this focal length. For F-mount shooters who want one lens that earns its place in the bag daily, this is it.
Who It's For
Street and documentary photographers will appreciate the natural 35mm perspective on FX bodies paired with the f/1.8 aperture for mixed-light and indoor shooting without flash. Video shooters benefit from the SWM's quiet operation and full-time manual focus override during recording. Travel photographers carrying F-mount DX bodies get a 52.5mm-equivalent normal lens at just 305 g. Portrait and lifestyle shooters who want a wider look than an 85mm while still retaining some subject-background separation will find the f/1.8 aperture useful at the 25cm minimum focusing distance for tighter environmental frames.
Key Features
- Silent Wave Motor autofocus with full-time manual focus override
- 11-element, 8-group optical design with ED and aspherical elements
- f/1.8 maximum aperture for subject separation and low-light performance
- 63° angle of view on FX, 44° on DX
- Super Integrated Coating reduces flare and ghosting
- Compact 2.81" length and 10.76 oz weight
- 25cm minimum focusing distance
- Nikon F mount
FAQ
- What's the angle of view on DX bodies?
- 44°, which makes it a near-perfect normal lens on APS-C. On FX it's 63°, close to natural human perspective.
- How fast is the autofocus?
- The Silent Wave Motor delivers fast AF suitable for casual action and video work. Full-time manual focus override is available without switching modes.
- Can you focus close with this lens?
- Minimum focusing distance is 25cm (9.84"), which gives you more working room than most 35mm primes at this length.
- What controls chromatic aberration at wide apertures?
- An ED glass element paired with an aspherical element handles both chromatic and spherical aberration. Super Integrated Coating manages flare and ghosting in backlit situations.
- How much does it weigh and how compact is it?
- 10.76 oz (305g) and 2.81" long. It's small enough to live in a bag without adding bulk.
- Is this lens compatible with DX and FX bodies?
- Yes. It's an FX lens that works on both formats. On DX you get a 52.5mm equivalent; on FX it's a true 35mm.
| Specification | Value |
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| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 |
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Focal Length Equivalent Apsc | 52.5mm |
| Aperture Range | f/1.8 - f/16 |
| Lens Format | Full Frame |
| Angle Of View | 63° |
| Angle Of View Apsc | 44° |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 9.84" (25 cm) |
| Optical Groups | 8 |
| Optical Elements | 11 |
| Length | 2.81" |
| Maximum Diameter | 2.83" |
| Package Weight | 1.29 lb |
| Box Dimensions | 8.9 x 5.1 x 5" |
| Weight | 10.76 oz (305 g) |
This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.
| Brand Name | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Focus Type | Autofocus (lens motor) |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Mount G Type |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Max Focal Length | 35mm |
| Min Focal Length | 35mm |
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Like New Minus
Like New Minus
Barely used with virtually no traces of wear. Only the closest inspections will reveal slight use. Lens glass could contain light dust or debris. Excellent picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
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Excellent Plus
Lightly used with limited signs of wear. Exceptionally nice but may have slight wear on finish visible. Lens glass could contain light dust or debris. Excellent picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
Excellent
Excellent
Noticeably used with average signs of wear. Shows moderate wear for the age of the item, with the possibility of blemishes and/or minimal dings. Lens glass may have average dust and zoom/focus ring tension may have slight looseness or tightness overall, but will not affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
Bargain
Bargain
Frequently used with above-average wear. May have dents, dings, or finish loss. Lens glass may have small scratches, dust, and blemishes, and zoom/focus ring tension may have moderate looseness or tightness overall, but should not affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
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Ugly
Heavily used with extensive visible wear. Equipment is rough, with multiple impressions in the finish, excessive finish loss and brassing. Glass will have marks, fungus and/or heavy/cloudy haze which could affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. Not covered under KEH warranty.
