Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 has a better price (msrp) ($299 vs $699).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 has a better max magnification (1x vs 0.5x).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 has a better maximum aperture (f/1.7 vs f/2.8).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 has a better weight (166g (5.9 oz) vs 260g (9.2 oz)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 has a better min focus distance (12 cm vs 16 cm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 35mm | 50mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 11 | 13 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 52-52mm | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 12 cm | 16 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x | 1x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $299 | $699 |
| Filter Size | 62mm | 46mm |
| Diameter | 70mm | 66mm |
| Length | 67mm | 74.5mm |
| Weight | 166g (5.9 oz) | 260g (9.2 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
