Full frame sized imageLenses that create APS-C sized image are designed for digital only. They cannot be used on cameras that have image sensor larger than the APS-C format. These lenses are not suitable for film cameras either. No Low Dispersion lens element is usedLow Dispersion lens elements help to reduce chromatic aberration. Not stabilizedImage stabilization helps to reduce blur caused by hand shake, especially at high focal length or in low light situations. Image stabilization can give 1 to 3 stop advantage over none stabilized lens, based on the reciprocal rule. |
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| Available mount(s) | Nikon F |
| Application(s) | Landscape, Architecture |
| Category(s) | Wide angle prime |
| Multiplier | 1× |
| Stabilizer | no |
| Focal length | 35 mm (prime) |
| Lens construction | 9 elements in 7 groups |
| Angle of view |
35mm: N/A digital: N/A |
| Number of blades | N/A |
| Maximum aperture | f/2 |
| Minimum aperture | N/A |
| Minimum focusing distance | 30 cm |
| Magnification | N/A |
| Filter size | 52 mm |
| Size | N/A |
| Weight | N/A |
| Notes |
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| AF speed | N/A |
| AF sound | |
| Internal focusing | N/A |
| Internal zoom | N/A |
| Fix front lens | N/A |
| Mount type | N/A |
| Weather sealed | N/A |
| Drop in filter | N/A |
| Ultrasonic AF | N/A |
| APS-C sized circle | no |
| Low dispersion lens element | no |
| Hard case | N/A |
| Soft case | N/A |
| Lens hood | HN-3 |
| Tripod adapter | N/A |
Nov 16, 2007
The 35mm f1.4 Nikkor is the only non-AF Nikon lens I own and I've had it for many years, perhaps 20 or more. I've been shooting professionally a photojournalist since 1960 and haven't retired yet. I own perhaps 12 Nikon lenses and 4 bodies, including an F5, F6, and D-200 and have a D3 on order. All my lenses are current versions except this one which I've always said I would never sell because of its quality and speed. It also has that elusive "bokeh" when shot at f1.4 that just brings great eye appeal to any subject matter. [I was looking for something else when this item caught my eye and felt I had to add a comment because it is one lens I treasure.]
Jul 19, 2005
The venerable 35mm f1.4 AI-S Nikkor lens is optically unchanged since its introduction in the early 1970s. It was one of the lenses prized by photojournalists, and remains popular with them today. An excellent performer, even wide open, this lens was among the first Nikon made with its CRC lens technology, or in plain English, with floating elements, for optimal performance even close up. It was also the first Nikon wide angle lens with multicoating. This lens holds its own against the Leica 35mm f1.4 Summilux-R and the recently discontinued Contax Carl Zeiss 35mm f1.4 Distagon (However, having used both this lens and the Zeiss Distagon, I believe that the Zeiss lens is optically superior.). I am surprised that Nikon has not yet introduced an autofocusing version of this lens; I suspect that one major reason is that there hasn't been sufficient interest in one from professional photographers.
Apr 11, 2007
This was and is a really great lens. The optics are great. I bought one cheaply more than ten years ago and it remains great value for money.