The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE and the Nikon 35mm f2D 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 35mm f2D is the longer of the two lenses at 45mm. The Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE with a length of 43mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE has a larger diameter of 72mm compared to the Nikon 35mm f2D's 65mm 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 Z 28mm F2.8 SE weighs 160g, which means it is 45g (21%) lighter than the Nikon 35mm f2D which has a weight of 205g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE and the Nikon 35mm f2D 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
The Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Nikon 35mm f2D has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 28mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
42mm.
On the other hand, the Nikon 35mm f2D is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 52.5mm.
