The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED and the Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5G ED 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 18-35mm f3.5-4.5G ED is the longer of the two lenses at 95mm. The Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED with a length of 83mm, is 12mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 83mm.
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 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED weighs 370g, which means it is 15g (3%) lighter than the Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5G ED which has a weight of 385g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Ultra-Wideangle Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED and the Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5G ED have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED and the Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5G ED 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.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
18-35mm and the fastest aperture of
F3.5 - F4.5.