The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 1 10mm f2.8 and the Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 30mm. The Nikon 1 10mm f2.8 with a length of 22mm, is 8mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 also has a larger diameter of 61mm compared to the Nikon 1 10mm f2.8's 56mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon 1 10mm f2.8 weighs 77g, which means it is 41g (34%) lighter than the Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 which has a weight of 118g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 1 10mm f2.8 and the Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 have the same Filter thread size of 41mm.
Below are links to the 41mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 1 10mm f2.8 and the Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 has the same Nikon 1 lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon 1 lenses are Nikon 1 J5, Nikon 1 S2 and Nikon 1 J4.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
10mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.