Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G
$154 USD
Hall of Fame
Staff Verdict
Almost 20 years after release, the DX 35mm f/1.8G remains one of the best budget lens options for Nikon shooters. Offering an equivalent focal length of ~50mm when used on APS-C bodies like the D3200 or D5300 along with a wide f/1.8 minimum aperture at under $200 used, it's one of the cheapest ways to get started with street photography or portraits.
The Good
- Wide Maximum Aperture (f/1.8)
- Equivalent 50mm focal length
- Great sharpness wide open
The Bad
- Some chromatic aberration in corners
Who it's for
Anyone just starting out or using Nikon APS-C bodies looking for a compact, portable, and bright prime lens.
Who it's not for
Those who need the versatility of a zoom lens for landscapes or single-lens travel photography.
Specifications
Suggest EditBasic Information
Mount
F - Nikon
Announced Date
February 2009
MSRP Now
$249.95 USD
MPB Max Price
$154 USD
Weight
200 g
Dimensions
Length52.5mm
Diameter70mm
Optics
Lens Type
Prime
Focal Length
35mm
Magnification
0.16x
Minimum Focus Distance
0.98ft / 0.30m
Number of Elements
8
Number of Element Groups
6
Aperture
Maximum Aperture
f/1.8
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Number of Diaphragm Blades
7
Has Aperture Ring
No
Focus
Has Autofocus
Yes
Focus Motor Type
Silent Wave Motor
Has AF/MF Switch
Yes
Has Focus Ring
Yes
Has Internal Focus
Yes
Front Element Rotates
No
Stabilization
Has Image Stabilization
No
Build & Controls
Mount Material
Metal
Filters
Accepts Filter Types
Front Screw-on
Front Filter Thread Size
52mm
Accessories
Has Lens Hood
Yes
15 items missing.Contribute missing data.
Want to help improve these specs?Sharply gear specs are crowdsourced by the community. Your edits are reviewed for accuracy before they go live.
Sign in to edit specsContributors
Popularity
Lifetime views
18
Views (30d)
3
Wishlists
0
Owners
1
Open Change Requests0
Item CreatedOctober 20th, 2025
Last UpdatedOctober 20th, 2025
Reviews
Chat on Discord
Join other Sharply members in the Photography Lounge Discord Server to chat with other users and get help with your gear.