The following sample shots were taken with a D3x and RAW-converted via CaptureOne.
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Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/2.8
Exposure
1/3200s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/3.5
Exposure
1/3200s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/8.0
Exposure
1/1000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/4.0
Exposure
1/2000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/4.0
Exposure
1/1600s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/2.2
Exposure
1/5000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/2.0
Exposure
1/8000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/8.0
Exposure
1/200s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/2.8
Exposure
1/3200s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/1.8
Exposure
1/5000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/5.6
Exposure
1/400s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/8.0
Exposure
1/200s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/2.5
Exposure
1/5000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/2.0
Exposure
1/8000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/8.0
Exposure
1/1000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/9.0
Exposure
1/200s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/3.2
Exposure
1/2000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
200
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/4.0
Exposure
1/2500s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/1.4
Exposure
1/8000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/1.4
Exposure
1/8000s
Make
NIKON CORPORATION
Model
NIKON D3X
ISO Speed
100
Focal Length
35.0mm
Aperture:
f/2.8
Exposure
1/4000s
Verdict
It took Nikon a while to get into gear regarding their fast primes, but at least in case of the AF-S 35/1.4 G the result is impressive and was worth the wait. The image center is very sharp right from the largest aperture, the borders and corners follow only slightly behind and offer very good sharpness slightly stopped down. Distortion as well as CAs are moderate on a full format DSLR. Typical for such a fast prime, some LoCAs are present at larger apertures.
However, the lens also has two issues: there is a severe amount of light falloff at large apertures. In addition, the bokeh is somewhat nervous wide open. However, both issues can be solved by stopping down to f/2.8 or beyond (if the subject or the available light allows).
The build quality is on a very high level including sealing against dust and moisture. AF is a bit slower than expected, but still fast enough for most applications.
So, despite minor issues, the lens is no doubt highly recommended! At least to those who don't mind its rather high price.
