The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S and the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD 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 Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD with a length of 81mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD has a larger diameter of 80mm compared to the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S's 73mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S and Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S and the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD 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. Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S weighs 370g, which means it is 80g (17%) lighter than the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD which has a weight of 450g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD has a 67mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 35mm F1.8 S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Tamron 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD 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.
Canon EF and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8 .
