Nikon's popular DX 35mm f/1.8 — the affordable normal prime for APS-C, one of the best-selling Nikkors.
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G is the full-frame 35mm prime for Nikon F-mount (distinct from the DX-only AF-S DX 35mm f/1.8G). Ten elements in 7 groups. Seven aperture blades. 58mm filter thread. At approximately 305g. 0.25m MFD. SWM autofocus.
Ten elements in 7 groups (aspherical elements). Seven aperture blades. The 58mm filter thread. At approximately 305g. Minimum focus distance of 0.25m. SWM for fast, quiet AF. f/1.8 maximum aperture. Full-frame coverage. Nikon F G-type mount.
The AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G is the full-frame FX version — distinct from the DX-only AF-S DX 35mm f/1.8G which is smaller and lighter but APS-C only. The FX version covers full-frame at f/1.8 with SWM AF. The 0.25m MFD enables close environmental and street compositions. At 305g it is lightweight for an FX f/1.8 wide prime.
On the used market the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G (FX full-frame version) is affordable as a Nikon FX wide prime. Condition checks: SWM AF response, 58mm front element for marks. Note: this is the FX (full-frame) version — confirm before purchasing (DX version also exists). Compatible with Nikon F-mount FX and DX bodies.