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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G

Nikon F (DX/FX) Autofocus

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G

Focal length
35 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
200 g
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
30 cm
Length
52.5 mm

At a Glance

This compact 35 mm standard prime for Nikon F APS-C cameras weighs 200 g and equals 53 mm on full frame. The f/1.8 maximum aperture allows shorter shutter times in low light and a shallow depth of field. It focuses down to 30 cm. It suits everyday shooting, street photography, travel and dim conditions.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Street
  • Low light
  • Travel

Worth knowing

  • APS-C image circle: on full-frame cameras only usable in crop mode, at reduced resolution.

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/1.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
8
Groups
6
Weight
200 g (0.44 lb)
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
30 cm (11.81 in)
Max. magnification
1:6.3 (0.16×)
Length
52.5 mm (2.07 in)
Diameter
70 mm (2.76 in)
Released
March 2009

Manufacturer data: imaging.nikon.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-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G fit?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G is designed for APS-C sensors. On APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 53 mm in full-frame terms. Full-frame bodies use it in APS-C (crop) mode, recording only part of the sensor and fewer megapixels.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensNikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8GTokina AT-X Pro 35mm f/2.8 Macro DXNikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm F1.8G EDTamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD
Focal length35 mm35 mm35 mm35 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/2.8f/1.8f/1.8
Weight200 g340 g305 g450 g
Filter diameter52 mm52 mm58 mm67 mm
Min. focus distance30 cm14 cm25 cm20 cm
Length52.5 mm60 mm72 mm78.3 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononoyes
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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G 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-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G weigh?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G weighs 200 g. It is 52.5 mm long with a diameter of 70 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G use?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G takes 52 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G is 30 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G a full-frame lens?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8G is an APS-C lens. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 53 mm in full-frame terms.

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