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Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2D

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

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Compare with other lenses

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.

LensNikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2DNikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm F1.8G EDTamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USDNikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G
Focal length35 mm35 mm35 mm35 mm
Max. aperturef/2f/1.8f/1.8f/1.4
Weight205 g305 g450 g600 g
Filter diameter52 mm58 mm67 mm67 mm
Min. focus distance25 cm25 cm20 cm30 cm
Length45 mm72 mm78.3 mm89.5 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnonoyesno
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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.

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