AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G vs Distagon T* 35 mm f/2 ZF/ZK/ZS/ZE
Nikon Nikkor
AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G
Carl Zeiss
Distagon T* 35 mm f/2 ZF/ZK/ZS/ZE
Here we are comparing the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G and the Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 35 mm f/2 ZF/ZK/ZS/ZE. The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G is a 35mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.4, released in 2010. The Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 35 mm f/2 ZF/ZK/ZS/ZE is a 35mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/2, released in 2009.
There is a 1 year difference between the Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 35 mm f/2 ZF/ZK/ZS/ZE and the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G — 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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| Compare | Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Portrait Landscape | Portrait Landscape Street |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.3 m | 0.3 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 600 g | 530 g |
| Length | 89.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Diameter | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2010 | 2009 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G (35 mm, f/1.4) and Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 35 mm f/2 ZF/ZK/ZS/ZE (35 mm, f/2).
Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 35 mm f/2 ZF/ZK/ZS/ZE is the lightest at 530 g, Nikon Nikkor AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G weighs 600 g.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.4, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 35 mm f/1.4G can focus closest at 0.3 m minimum focus distance.
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