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Nikon Z 35mm f/1.2 S
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Nikon · f/1.2 · Nikon Z mount

Nikon Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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KEY FACTS
BrandNikon
Release Year2025
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountNikon Z
SystemNikon Z
What We Like
+Exceptional optical performance with edge-to-edge sharpness even wide open at f/1.2
+Extremely fast f/1.2 aperture enables unmatched background separation and cinematic bokeh
+Professional-grade weather sealing with full dust and drip resistance
+Dual STM autofocus motors with reliable focusing and low operational noise ideal for video
+Advanced anti-reflective coatings (Meso Amorphous, ARNEO, Nano Crystal) effectively control flare and ghosting
+Customizable function buttons and control ring for personalized workflow
Worth Knowing
−Substantial weight (1060g) and bulk make it less portable than other 35mm primes, notably heavier than the Z 35mm f/1.8 S (370g)
−Premium price point of approximately $2,800 positions it as a specialized professional tool rather than general-purpose lens
−Autofocus speed is somewhat slower than competing lenses like the Z 35mm f/1.8 S (0.66 sec vs 0.37 sec focus time)
−Notable vignetting at widest apertures requires stopping down or correction in post-processing for evenly exposed images

General

Brand
Nikon
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
Maximum Format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
Full Frame
Read our notes on general
The Nikon Z 35mm f/1.2 S is a premium addition to Nikon's f/1.2 Z-Nikkor lineup, and is optically the best 35mm lens in native Z-mount. With its 17-element, 15-group optical design and 1060g weight, it delivers professional-grade optics designed for maximum image quality. The lens features highly suppressed focus breathing and customizable controls including stepless power aperture, making it ideal for both stills and video. While its size, weight, and $2,800+ price tag limit it to serious professionals, reviewers praise its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh rendering, and robust weather-sealed construction.

Physical

Lens Weight
1060 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
90 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
150 mm
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
82 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)
1.2
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
11020
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.
29 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