Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G § 03 Head to head
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G vs Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD
Nikon 35mm f/1.8 is 280 g lighter. Tamron 35mm f/1.8 focuses 10 cm closer.
The Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G is a 35mm f/1.8 prime, and the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD is a 35mm f/1.8 prime. On paper the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 3, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G 
Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD 01
Key differences
Why is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G better than the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD?
- 280 g lighter (200 g vs 480 g)
- 28 mm shorter (52.5 mm vs 80.4 mm long)
- Smaller filter thread (52 mm vs 67 mm)
Why is the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD better than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G?
- Focuses 10 cm closer (0.2 m vs 0.3 m)
- More aperture blades (9 vs 7)
- Covers a larger sensor format (full-frame vs APS-C)
- Newer design (2015 vs 2009)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G has the edge: it is 280 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G has the edge: it is 280 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G | Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | APS-C | Full frame |
| Weight | 200 g (7.05 oz) ◆ | 480 g (16.93 oz) |
| Dimensions | 70 x 52.5 mm | 80.8 x 80.4 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.3 m (11.81 inches) | 0.2 m (7.87 inches) ◆ |
| Image stabilization | — | Yes |
| Weather sealing | — | Yes |
| Aperture ring | — | No |
| Aperture blades | 7 | 9 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 8 elements in 6 groups | 10 elements / 9 groups |
| Filter size | 52 mm ◆ | 67 mm |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Canon EF, Nikon F |
| Released | 2009 | 2015 |
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Size
- A · Nikon
- B · Tamron
- 52.5 × 70 mm
- 80.4 × 80.8 mm
The Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD is 28 mm longer and 280 g heavier than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G.
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Sample frames
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G
Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G or the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD?
- The Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G weighs 200 g, 280 g less than the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD (480 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G or the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD?
- The Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD focuses down to 0.2 m, against 0.3 m for the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G or the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G has the edge: it is 280 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G or the Tamron SP 35 mm f/1.8 Di VC USD better for travel?
- For travel, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 35 mm f/1.8G has the edge: it is 280 g lighter to carry.
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