SG-image AF 35mm F2.2

Focal length: 35 mm
Aperture: f/2.2
Weight: 163 g
Filter diameter: 52 mm
Min. focus distance: 35 cm
Length: 36.2 mm

Overview

The SG-image AF 35mm F2.2 is an ultra-compact autofocus pancake-style prime for full frame mirrorless cameras. SG-image lists it for Sony E, Nikon Z and Leica L and sells it in black, silver and a Classical Edition with retro styling, as part of its EZICARI series, a name derived from easy carry. The company pitches it as a discreet street and travel lens with a 66 degree angle of view, which is the classic 35mm perspective.

Optical design

According to SG-image the lens has 7 elements in 5 groups. The diaphragm has 9 blades and runs from F2.2 to F16, and there is no aperture ring. The minimum focus distance is 0.35 m with a maximum magnification of 1:7.7. SG-image calls the lens a multi-purpose workhorse for all genres, which is marketing language. No special glass types are named.

Autofocus and handling

The lens is autofocus, and the aperture is controlled from the camera because the spec sheet lists no aperture ring. SG-image's Amazon listings sell a matching metal square hood separately, and the shop offers versions with and without it. The silver and Classical Edition variants differ in styling, with polished silver trim and a knurled focus ring on the CE version, according to the shop.

Build and size

The barrel is all metal according to the manufacturer. The lens weighs about 163 g and measures 69 mm in diameter and 36.2 mm in length. The filter thread is 52 mm. SG-image describes it as one of the most portable full frame lenses in its class. The spec sheet applies to the E, Z and L versions together, and the dimensions may differ slightly by mount.

Where it fits

Among the lenses in the database, the Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE for Sony E is a small autofocus alternative, and Sigma's 35mm F2 DG DN Contemporary for Sony E and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN for Leica L are larger and more expensive options. The 7artisans Photoelectric 35mm f/5.6 Pancake (Leica L, Sony E, Nikon Z) is another pancake-style 35 but much slower at f/5.6. SG-image also unveiled a Fujifilm X version in 2026, which is not yet sold in its shop.

Pros and cons

Pros

Very light at about 163 g and only 36.2 mm long
Autofocus with a full frame image circle
9-blade diaphragm and metal barrel
Available in black, silver and Classical Edition
Offered for E, Z and L mounts

Cons

F2.2 is less bright than typical F1.8 or F1.4 primes
No aperture ring
No stabilization or weather sealing mentioned
Spec sheet does not separate mount-specific sizes
Little independent test data so far

Verdict

The SG-image AF 35mm F2.2 is a lightweight and low-profile full frame prime for photographers who put size and discretion first. It is not the brightest 35mm, but it is one of the smallest autofocus 35s in the database.

Technical Specifications

min focal length: 35 mm
max focal length: 35 mm
max f (min zoom): f/2.2
max f (max zoom): f/2.2
min. aperture: f/16
Elements: 7
Groups: 5
Weight: 163 g (0.36 lb)
Filter diameter: 52 mm
min focus distance: 35 cm (13.78 in)
Length: 36.2 mm (1.43 in)
Diameter: 69 mm (2.72 in)

Simulate depth of field and angle of view

Which cameras does the SG-image AF 35mm F2.2 fit?

The SG-image AF 35mm F2.2 is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 53 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon Z cameras

Full frame:: Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5II, Nikon Z6III, Nikon Z8, Nikon Zf, Nikon Z9, Nikon Z5, Nikon Z6II, Nikon Z7II, Nikon Z6, Nikon Z7
APS-C:: Nikon Z50II, Nikon Z30, Nikon Z fc, Nikon Z50