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Brightin Star AF 35mm f/1.8 ASPH
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Brightin Star · f/1.8 · Nikon Z mount

Brightin Star AF 35mm f/1.8 ASPH

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KEY FACTS
BrandBrightin Star
Release Year2025
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountNikon Z
SystemNikon Z
What We Like
+Exceptional value at $250, costing less than one-third the price of competing 35mm f/1.8 lenses from Nikon and Sony
+High-quality optical design with aspherical elements and ED glass for edge-to-edge sharpness even at f/1.8
+Compact, lightweight design (420-430g) with solid metal construction and smooth focus ring
+Minimal focus breathing and optional stepless aperture (Sony E-mount) make it ideal for video work
+Fast, silent STM autofocus with micron-level precision and support for eye-detect AF
+Weather-sealed mount with USB-C firmware updating capability and 2-year warranty
Worth Knowing
−No optical image stabilization; requires in-body stabilization (IBIS)
−Nikon Z-mount version lacks aperture ring and stepless operation for video
−Not compatible with DSLR cameras; designed for mirrorless only
−Firmware updates currently available on Windows only

General

Brand
Brightin Star
Release Year
2025
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Lens Mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Nikon Z
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Nikon Z
Read our notes on general
The Brightin Star AF 35mm f/1.8 ASPH is a budget-friendly full-frame prime lens that delivers optical performance comparable to much more expensive alternatives from Nikon and Sony. With its advanced optical formula featuring aspherical and ED glass elements, STM autofocus system, and minimal focus breathing, it serves photographers and videographers equally well. The compact, weather-sealed design and generous 2-year warranty make this an outstanding value for street, portrait, and everyday photography.

Physical

Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
62 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
35 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
1.8
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
40 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes