Nikon AF NIKKOR 35mm f/2 D Autofocus Lens Review
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The Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2 D is a compact, lightweight prime lens that has remained in production since 1995, offering full-frame FX coverage with a natural 62-degree angle of view. At just 1.7 inches long and 7.2 ounces, it's an unobtrusive option for travel and everyday shooting. The f/2 maximum aperture provides decent low-light capability and produces a bright viewfinder image, while the classic optical design is built for sharp, contrasty results with rich color rendition.
At $290 MSRP, it sits as the budget-friendly alternative to Nikon's newer 35mm f/1.8G ED, appealing primarily to full-frame shooters who want a walk-around focal length without the bulk or expense of more modern designs. The lens includes a mechanical aperture ring and distance-information chip for compatibility with a wide range of Nikon bodies, though shooters with entry-level DSLRs like the D3000 or D5000 series will need to focus manually or opt for the AF-S version. It's well-suited for landscape, architecture, and casual documentary work where portability and natural perspective matter more than the latest autofocus motors or coatings.
- Compact and lightweight at 1.7 inches and 7.2 ounces
- Natural 62-degree field of view ideal for walk-around shooting
- Affordable option for full-frame users at $290
- Mechanical aperture ring and D-chip offer broad camera compatibility
- Classic optical design delivers sharp, contrasty images
- Lacks AF-S motor, requiring manual focus on entry-level Nikon bodies
- Slower f/2 aperture compared to the newer f/1.8G alternative
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The Nikkor 35mm f/2 D is a prime wide-angle lens for Nikon 35mm film SLR and full frame FX format digital SLR camera bodies. The 35mm focal length produces moderately wide angle images with a 62° angle of view (on full frame cameras). This slightly wide field of view fits noticeably more in the image than a standard 50mm lens yet doens't distort perspective; many photographers choose this sort of lens over a 50mm as a walk-around lens sometimes reasoning that they can always crop the image later if needed. The classic optical design produces contrasty sharp images with rich color. The bright f/2 maximum aperture produces a bright viewfinder image and makes shooting in dim available lighting easier. The lens is a very compact at 1.7 inches in length and a ligtweight 7.2 ounces ideal for travel while not taking up much space in your bag. With it's wide yet natural perspective the 35mm f/2 D is especially well suited for landscape, architecture, or group pictures and other applications are only limited by your creativity. This current model (Nikon USA model # 1923) was originally released in 1995 as an update to the very popular Nikkor 35mm f/2 (non-D) lens. A newer Nikkor 35mm f/1.8 G ED AF-S has been released but the 35mm f/2D is still a less expensive popular option for full frame users. Nikon D40, D40x, D60, D3000 series, and D5000 Series owners wanting autofocus should consider the Nikkor 35mm f/1.8 G DX AF-S instead. Key Features Versatile wide-angle lens for a broad range of uses Full 35mm film frame (FX) coverage Slightly wide 62° angle of view produces natural perspective Fast f/2 maximum aperture make this ideal for low light, hand-held shooting Excellent optical performance Super Integrated Coating (SIC) prevents lens flare and ghosting Perfect lens for the photographer on the go Close focus down to 0.85 feet Classic AF Nikkor construction and styling Mechanical aperture control ring enables use on broadest possible range of cameras "D" chip transmits distance information to compatible bodies for improved flash metering and exposure Marked depth-of-field scale Uses the popular 52mm filter size Available accessories include the HN-3 Screw-In Lens Hood to prevent lens glare and flare, the CL-0715 Soft Lens Case for protection, and 52mm filters. | Nikon AF NIKKOR 35mm f/2 D Autofocus Lens | 52 | - EX+ - Excellent Plus - With Caps | Used
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