Nikon's premium 35mm f/1.4 prime for F-mount — Nano Crystal coated with professional build quality.
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G launched in 2010 as Nikon's premium wide-angle standard prime for the F-mount system. At 35mm f/1.4, it occupies the classic reportage and street photography focal length with a fast aperture for subject separation and low-light work.
Optically very good — sharp from f/2 with pleasant rendering wide open. Nano Crystal coating controls ghosting effectively. Bokeh is smooth and creamy. The AF-S Silent Wave Motor provides fast, quiet autofocus with full-time manual override.
Nikon F mount with 67mm filter thread. Weighs 600g. No VR stabilisation. Full-frame coverage. 9 rounded aperture blades for smooth bokeh. Minimum focus distance 30cm. G-type — no aperture ring, electronically controlled.
Available used at mid-range to professional prices. The Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art offers sharper optics at a lower price. The Z 35mm f/1.4 is the mirrorless successor. A solid choice for F-mount users who want Nikon-native quality and Nano Crystal coating.