One of the most versatile and desirable focal lengths, the NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4 from Nikon is a general wide-angle prime characterized by its bright design and manual focus operation. The f/1.4 maximum aperture excels in low-light conditions and also offers greater control over depth of field for using selective focus. The optical design uses a Close Range Correction system, which maintains consistent image quality and sharpness from the minimum focusing distance to infinity. Additionally, a nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
- F-Mount Lens/FX Format
- Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16
- Close Range Correction System
- Manual Focus Design
Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4 Overview
Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4 Specs
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Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4 Reviews
CREATIVITY WITH MANUAL LENSES
I have always admired the Nikkor AiS lenses to allow me better manual control of my artistic passion in photography. The lens is well made and can provide me with years of reliable service. As I still shoot films the wide aperture of f1.4 allows me to to work under low light condition.
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A classic!
This is the one true classic lens that a lot of seasoned and professional photographers keep in their bag. It is a lens that our fathers and our grandfathers have used since the 1970's. Simply put it, it is a spectacular lens. I'm very happy to finally own one.Every shot is razor sharp, minimal distortion at all corners. It is a crowd pleaser with it's wonderful bokeh, and amazing speeds at higher f-stops. And OH that buttery smooth focus ring. All metal. Superb build quality.The ONLY criticism is the coma. There is a fair bit of coma when shooting night shots and you hit a bright object like a street lamp or bright sparkle. Though it is easily correctable through your favourite editing software, this small inconvenience is hardly worth the argument, considering that every other type of shot will outweigh this problem.Sure, you can go all out and purchase the new 35mm f/1.4G for nearly $$, but for those who like to take the time in getting a precise shot, for videographers, and especially controlled portraits, this lens is a no brainer.
Great - but not wide open
I originally bought this lens intending to use it at f/1.4 - but was immediately disappointed. When I first shot some test images, I thought there was something wrong with the lens. Soft edges, bad chromatic aberation, low contrast - not what I would expect for the price. Then I shot it at f/4.0 and was amazed. It's a Jekyll/Hyde kind of lens. I put this on a D810, and the image were so sharp you could cut your finger just by looking at the pictures. The lens is a work-horse. Great build. It really needs to be relabled for a range of f/2.0 to f/16. There are other alternatives for a low light lens, but not much can beat the sharpness of this one.
Legandary lens
Good build quality. Great optics. Sharp and nice. I use this on my F3. Much lens for the money.
Versatile Normal lens
Between f2.8 and f11 this lens is very sharp and has excellent contrast. At f1.4 it's going to be softer and lose contrast. There aren't many lenses out there that are good wide open at that aperture. Used correctly this lens is great and has a nice field of view. This lens probably filled more newspapers than any other lens out there. There's a reason that Nikon kept making this lens for so long. If you are a little old school and like the classic look that this lens produces then go for it. It's also good for video and movies.
An Old Friend!
There is a lot to like about this lens.� The quality is great and it is easy to use-yields a very sharp image w/great light characteristics.� It is easy to use with the manual mode of my Nikon D810 and I can use it very much like my old Nikon F camera.� One comment; I think that I do prefer the "split focus" on the old lens!� Than is something that younger users may not ever get to experience!?
Bought a used one, front element full of fungus
I found one in the BH used section, condition 8+. Really really disappointed when it arrived and I very quickly saw with the unaided eye that the front element was full of fungus. Returned it, but I lost money on shipping back an lens that should never have been for sale in the first place.