Nikon AF-S DX 35mm F/1.8G LENS

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  • Lightweight (236)
  • Sharp focus (216)
  • Fast focus (202)
  • Consistent output (162)
  • Easily interchangeable (114)
  • Durable (69)
  • Quality construction (61)
  • Rugged (28)
  • Cheap (4)
  • Bokeh (2)
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  • Weak casing (17)
  • Slow focus (10)
  • Blurry focus (4)
  • Chromatic aberration (3)
  • Distortion (3)
  • Hard to clean (2)
  • Plastic construction (2)
  • Af-s not real snappy (1)
  • Aps-c format only (1)

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  • General purpose (224)
  • Night photography (168)
  • Landscapes (72)
  • Special effects (31)
  • Sports/action (31)
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Fast, lightweight f/1.8 prime DX-format NIKKOR lens perfect for low-light conditions, travel, environmental portrait and general photography.

The AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G lens is the first fixed focal length, fast-aperture DX-format lens that affords photographers superb image quality along with the creative possibilities and versatility of the classic 50mm focal length (FX-format equivalent of 52mm). When mounted on a DX-format camera body, it enables photographers to document their world with a lens that produces a picture angle similar to the field of vision as seen through the human eye. Whether new to D-SLRs or a seasoned enthusiast, users will appreciate the extreme low-light performance and the expanded ability to dramatically separate the subject and background with the new 35mm DX lens? wide f/1.8 aperture.

The 35mm f/1.8 NIKKOR lens delivers new and added versatility to the Nikon DX-format digital SLR system and provides DX-format photographers with a broader range of fast-aperture lens options. This f/1.8 prime lens provides users with exceptional control of background and foreground, superb low-light ability, and the natural focal length that has been the staple of photography since its inception.

Lightweight, compact and affordable, this lens can easily become a fast favorite for any level of photographer, and is the perfect complement to D60 users who are just starting to learn D-SLR photography or enthusiasts who love their D90. The AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G lens is ideal for travel, general photography, landscape shooting, portraiture or pushing creative boundaries. The stunning sharpness, clarity and color reproduction are all proof positive of more than 75 years of NIKKOR heritage and experience in optics engineering.

This lens continues the tradition of NIKKOR precision optics to provide photographers with sharp, high-resolution images and the ability to focus as close as 0.98 feet, while the integration of an ultra-compact Silent Wave Motor ensures fast, whisper-quiet AF operation.

The 35mm DX lens construction consists of eight elements in six groups, with one aspherical lens to reduce size and weight, while contributing to the enhanced balance when mounted on a smaller DX-format D-SLR. A rounded diaphragm opening combined with the seven-blade aperture contributes to a substantially more circular bokeh for a more natural appearance of out-of-focus background elements. Additionally, instances of lens flare and chromatic aberration are suppressed using Nikon?s exclusive Super Integrated Coatings, which also help ensure vividly accurate color balance.

  • Fast f/1.8 prime NIKKOR lens - Perfect for low-light conditions, travel, environmental portrait and general photography
  • Engineered for Nikon DX-format digital SLRs - Optical formula optimized for use with Nikon DX-format digital SLRs, rendering a picture angle approximating the classic normal angle of view of a 50mm lens on a Nikon FX-format digital SLR or a 35mm film camera
  • Aspherical lens element - Minimizes coma and other types of lens aberrations, further improving image integrity
  • Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) - Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare
  • Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) - Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus
  • Close focusing to one foot - For creative perspectives and versatility
  • Rounded 7-blade diaphragm - Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements

Specification Description
Model 2183
UPC 018208021833
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Lens Type Wide-Angle
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Last update: Nov 16, 2009

Nikon AF-S DX 35mm F/1.8G LENS Reviews

 
 
 

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[15 of 16 customers found this review helpful]

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[5 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Great Prime Lens for a Bargain Price!

"An excellent addition to the new line of Nikon Primes, this 35 1.8G (DX only) lens has been a welcome surprise at a bargain price. I recently purchased the 50mm 1.4G and was hesitant to purchases another prime, but was pleasantly surprised given the extra "landscape" I got with the + 15mm (this lens is ~53mm on your DX body). Comparing the two, the autofocus is VERY FAST (slightly faster than the 50mm 1.4G), th..." Read Full Review »

Mar 20, 2009 by Shivaswrath

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Not too shabby

"I've been using this lens as my normal lens on a d90 now, taking the place of my 50mm f/1.8 Series E. There are two things about the 35mm that it does better for me. First, I like the field of view for 35mm a lot more than 50mm on a dx camera. Second, this lens is sharper than my 50mm f/1.8E. Unfortunately it seems to do about everything else than my 50mm, despite being a 20 year newer design. I'll hit on s..." Read Full Review »

Jun 25, 2009 by soundman1024

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Nikon AF-S DX 35mm F/1.8G LENS Review

Great Prime Lens for a Bargain Price!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Lightweight
  • Quick Focus
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Landscape Photography
  • Night Photography
  • Sports/Action
 

"An excellent addition to the new line of Nikon Primes, this 35 1.8G (DX only) lens has been a welcome surprise at a bargain price. I recently purchased the 50mm 1.4G and was hesitant to purchases another prime, but was pleasantly surprised given the extra "landscape" I got with the + 15mm (this len …"  Read Full Review »

Metal Mount and Rubber seal, AWESOME!

Metal Mount and Rubber seal, AWESOME!
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All pray Ganesha! 800 ISO, VERY low lighting w/D40

All pray Ganesha! 800 ISO, VERY low lighting w/D40
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Shivaswrath
Stamford, CT
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[12 of 13 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon AF-S DX 35mm F/1.8G LENS Review

Should 've been there from the beginning

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Night Photography
  • Special Effects
 

"This has been a great addition to my D40. This is a lens that should have been there since the introduction of this wonderful camera. Put it on and never take it off... zoom? what zoom? As Ernst Haas said: two steps back and look for the "a-ha". Being a prime (fixed focal length) this lens really fo …"  Read Full Review »

Picture of a log shot at 2.8. Nice, shallow DoF.

Picture of a log shot at 2.8. Nice, shallow DoF.
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Nice creamy bokeh.

Nice creamy bokeh.
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  • Made with Product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 25 2009
ValEros
Chicago, IL
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[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon AF-S DX 35mm F/1.8G LENS Review

A great option for APS-C cameras

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Quick Focus
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    Cons

  • APS-C format only

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Night Photography
  • Special Effects
 

"When I began my passion in photography 29 years ago I did so with a Nikon EM and a manual 50mm lens. This is the first time I felt a bit nostalgic in that I now have a similar field of view on my D300 with a fast lens.



The best quality of this lens is that it is very sharp at f1.8. Even better …"  Read Full Review »

B-25 Bomber. Nikon D300 with 35mm f1.8 IF Dx lens

B-25 Bomber.  Nikon D300 with 35mm f1.8 IF Dx lens
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Wing guns. Nikon D300 with 35mm f1.8 IF Dx lens.

Wing guns.  Nikon D300 with 35mm f1.8 IF Dx lens.
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 9 2009
Michael Young
Virginia Beach, VA
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon AF-S DX 35mm F/1.8G LENS Review

Excellent Lens, Good Focus & Nice Colors

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Quick Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • Flowers
  • Food
  • General Use
  • Night Photography
  • Potrait
  • More »
 

"Got this lens few weeks back and have been playing around.

I was considering to buy 50mm 1.4 or 1.8 but I was not happy with the angle of view (tele) that i would translate to for DX format, but was relieved when Nikon intriduced this lens. This lense is 100% must for D40/60 owners as it can autofo …"  Read Full Review »

Good depth of field

Good depth of field
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Bokeh

Bokeh
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 17 2009
Vikas
Philadelphia
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Price: $209.00
 
 

[5 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon AF-S DX 35mm F/1.8G LENS Review

Great lens, super fast aperture at 1.8

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Quick Focus
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Depth of Field
  • General Use
  • Landscape Photography
  • Special Effects
  • Sports/Action
 

"I used this lens to get great depth of field and have got some great shots of my wife's garden. I also plan on using this for landscape pics and potrait shots too.The price on this lens is only [$] and that is a great deal. I bought it at a local small camera shot in Berkeley, CA and they got it be …"  Read Full Review »

Flower picture

Flower picture
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flower

flower
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 16 2009
NVJUSME
Hayward, CA
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