Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G

The essential sharp prime for DX shooters

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G
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LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 18
Durability 15
Price 18
Usability 16
Brand Nikon
Model 2183

Key Features

OPTICS 8 elements in 6 groups including one aspherical lens element
APERTURE f/1.8 maximum aperture with 7-blade rounded diaphragm
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast, quiet internal focusing
FORMAT Designed specifically for Nikon DX-format (APS-C) sensors
FOCUSING M/A focus mode allows seamless switching between AF and manual
SIZE Compact and lightweight design ideal for travel and street
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating to reduce flare and ghosting
MOUNT Nikon F-mount with metal lens mount construction
MIN FOCUS Minimum focus distance of 0.3 meters (1.0 foot)
FILTER 52mm filter thread diameter
STABILIZATION None (relies on camera body or lens-free stabilization)
WEATHER SEALING Rubber gasket at the mount for basic dust resistance
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with all Nikon DX-format DSLRs

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus override available
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present M/A and M modes
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Not applicable
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Rubber mount gasket only

How-to Use Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Prime Lens
Focal Length 35mm
Maximum Aperture f/1.8
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 8 elements in 6 groups
Angle of View 44 degrees
Minimum Focus Distance 0.3m
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 0.16x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Focus Motor Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Filter Size 52mm
Dimensions 70 x 52.5 mm
Weight 200g
Mount Nikon F
Format DX (APS-C)