The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro and the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S 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 Z 35mm F1.8 S is the longer of the two lenses at 86mm. The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro with a length of 63mm, is 23mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S's 73mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro and Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro and the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S Size and Weight 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. Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro weighs 305g, which means it is 65g (17%) lighter than the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S which has a weight of 370g.
Filter Threads
The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a filter size of 52mm whereas the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S has a 62mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro:
And these are the 62mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S has the Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8 .
