
Nikon F (DX/FX) Autofocus
Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D
- Focal length
- 35 mm
- Aperture
- f/2
- Weight
- 205 g
- Filter diameter
- 52 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 25 cm
- Length
- 45 mm
At a Glance
The 35 mm is a moderate wide-angle prime for Nikon F on full frame. Its f/2 maximum aperture allows shorter shutter times in dim light. It focuses down to 25 cm (magnification 1:4.17, 0.24x) and weighs 205 g. That focal length suits street work, reportage and everyday shooting.
Good for
- Street
- Reportage
- Everyday
Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check
Technical Specifications
- Min. focal length
- 35 mm
- Max. focal length
- 35 mm
- Max. aperture (min. zoom)
- f/2
- Max. aperture (max. zoom)
- f/2
- Min. aperture
- f/22
- Elements
- 6
- Groups
- 5
- Weight
- 205 g (0.45 lb)
- Filter diameter
- 52 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 25 cm (9.84 in)
- Max. magnification
- 1:4.2 (0.24×)
- Length
- 45 mm (1.77 in)
- Diameter
- 65 mm (2.56 in)
Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com, downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com
Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check
Which cameras does the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D fit?
The Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D is a full-frame lens for Nikon F-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 53 mm in full-frame terms.
Nikon F-Mount cameras
With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.
Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D compared
Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.
| Lens | Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D | Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm F1.8G ED | Tamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD | Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Weight | 205 g | 305 g | 450 g | 600 g |
| Filter diameter | 52 mm | 58 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 25 cm | 25 cm | 20 cm | 30 cm |
| Length | 45 mm | 72 mm | 78.3 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Image stabilization | no | no | yes | no |
Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D: FAQ
Does the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D have autofocus?
Yes, the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D has autofocus.
Does the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D have image stabilization?
No, the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.
How much does the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D weigh?
The Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D weighs 205 g. It is 45 mm long with a diameter of 65 mm.
What filter size does the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D use?
The Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D takes 52 mm screw-in filters.
How close can the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D focus?
The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D is 25 cm, measured from the sensor plane.
Is the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D a full-frame lens?
Yes, the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 53 mm in full-frame terms.
Similar lenses
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm F1.8G ED
35mm · f/1.8
Tamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD
35mm · f/1.8
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G
35mm · f/1.4
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
35mm · f/1.4
Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD
35mm · f/1.4
Zeiss Distagon T* 2/35
35mm · f/2
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G
35mm · f/1.8
Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Trioplan 35mm f/2.8 II
35mm · f/2.8
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