The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z DX 35mm F1.7 and the Nikon 35mm f1.8G 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 DX 35mm F1.7 is the longer of the two lenses at 72mm. The Nikon 35mm f1.8G with a length of 53mm, is 19mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 70mm.
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, 9% (20g) lighter than the Nikon Z DX 35mm F1.7's weight of 220g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z DX 35mm F1.7 and the Nikon 35mm f1.8G 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 DX 35mm F1.7 has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Nikon 35mm f1.8G has the Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are RED Komodo-X 6K Z, Nikon Z50 II and Nikon Z30 for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600 for the Nikon F (DX) Mount.
Nikon 35mm f1.8G is also available in Nikon F (FX) mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Nikon Z DX 35mm F1.7 has the fastest aperture of
F1.7, the Nikon 35mm f1.8G's widest aperture value is
F1.8.
