Nikkor AF-S DX 35mm f/1.8 G - Review / Test Report - Sample Images & Verdict
Lens Reviews - Nikon / Nikkor (APS-C)

Sample Shots

The following sample shots were taken with a D300 and RAW-converted via CaptureOne 4.6.

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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/8.0
Exposure 1/640s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/3.5
Exposure 1/1600s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/8.0
Exposure 1/800s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/11.0
Exposure 1/80s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/1.8
Exposure 1/8000s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/1.8
Exposure 1/8000s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/11.0
Exposure 1/500s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/1.8
Exposure 1/5000s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 35.0mm
Aperture: f/8.0
Exposure 1/160s

Verdict

The Nikkor AF-S DX 35mm f/1.8 G ist able to deliver very sharp pictures wide open already. The bokeh, one of the primary aspects for a fast prime, is well developed and generally pleasing (at least slightly stopped down). There are some drawbacks, though, especially rather high distortions and CAs, both lateral and longitudinal. And allthough it's sonic wave driven, the AF is not really a speed demon.
Nonetheless, given its affordable price, the lens performs on a very high level and is a welcome addition the limited range of lenses that can be used as normal primes on DX cameras.

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