The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 and the Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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. Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD weighs 805g, 3% (25g) lighter than the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35's weight of 830g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 and the Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD have the same Filter thread size of 72mm.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 and the Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 is also available in Canon EF mount.
Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD is also available in Canon EF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.