The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 35mm f1.8G and the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX 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. Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX is the longer of the two lenses at 60mm. The Nikon 35mm f1.8G with a length of 53mm, is 7mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX also has a larger diameter of 73mm compared to the Nikon 35mm f1.8G's 70mm 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 35mm f1.8G weighs 200g, which means it is 140g (41%) lighter than the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX which has a weight of 340g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 35mm f1.8G and the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 35mm f1.8G and the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX has the same Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (DX) lenses are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600.
Nikon 35mm f1.8G is also available in Nikon F (FX) mount.
Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX is also available in Canon EF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Nikon 35mm f1.8G has the fastest aperture of
F1.8, the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX's widest aperture value is
F2.8.