The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the SG-image AF 35mm f2.2 and the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 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. SG-image AF 35mm f2.2 is the longer of the two lenses at 36mm. The Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 with a length of 24mm, is 12mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the SG-image AF 35mm f2.2's 69mm 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 26mm F2.8 weighs 125g, 23% (38g) lighter than the SG-image AF 35mm f2.2's weight of 163g.
Filter Threads
Both the SG-image AF 35mm f2.2 and the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 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 SG-image AF 35mm f2.2 has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 has the Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
SG-image AF 35mm f2.2 is also available in the Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
SG-image AF 35mm f2.2 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 2535mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
52.5mm.
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 26mm F2.8 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 26mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 39mm.
