AF 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED vs AF-S 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED
Nikon Nikkor
AF 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED
Nikon Nikkor
AF-S 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED
Here we are comparing the Nikon Nikkor AF 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED and the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED. The Nikon Nikkor AF 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED is a 18–35mm wide-angle zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.5, released in 2000. The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED is a 18–35mm wide-angle zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.5, released in 2013.
There is a 13 years difference between the Nikon Nikkor AF 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED and the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
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| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape | Landscape |
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 18-35 mm | 18-35 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.33 m | 0.28 m |
| Max. Magnification | 0.15x | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 370 g | 385 g |
| Length | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Diameter | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2000 | 2013 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor AF 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED (18-35 mm, f/3.5) and Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED (18-35 mm, f/3.5).
Nikon Nikkor AF 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED is the lightest at 370 g, Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED weighs 385 g.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED can focus closest at 0.28 m minimum focus distance.
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