Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S § 03 Head to head
Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S vs Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB
Nikon 35mm f/1.2 focuses 4 cm closer. Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 is 150 g lighter.
The Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S is a 35mm f/1.2 prime, and the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB is a 35mm f/1.2 prime. On paper the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB comes out ahead, 5 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S 
Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB 01
Key differences
Why is the Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S better than the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB?
- Focuses 4 cm closer (0.3 m vs 0.34 m)
Why is the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB better than the Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S?
- 150 g lighter (910 g vs 1060 g)
- 28 mm shorter (121.8 mm vs 150 mm long)
- Has a physical aperture ring
- Smaller filter thread (77 mm vs 82 mm)
- $1,801 cheaper ($999 list price vs $2,799.95 launch price)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB has the edge: it is 150 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB has the edge: it is 150 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S | Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 1060 g | 910 g ◆ |
| Dimensions | 150 x 90 mm | 121.8 x 89.2 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.3 m ◆ | 0.34 m |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 11 | 11 |
| Optical construction | 17 elements / 15 groups | 15 elements / 10 groups |
| Filter size | 82 mm | 77 mm ◆ |
| Lens mount | Nikon Z | Sony E, Nikon Z |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |
| Price | $2,799.95 launch price | $999 list price ◆ |
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Size
- A · Nikon
- B · Viltrox
- 150 × 90 mm
- 121.8 × 89.2 mm
The Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S is 28 mm longer and 150 g heavier than the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB.
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Sample frames
Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S
Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S or the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB?
- The Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB weighs 910 g, 150 g less than the Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S (1060 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S or the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB?
- The Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S focuses down to 0.3 m, against 0.34 m for the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB.
- Do the Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S and the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S or the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB has the edge: it is 150 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor Z 35 mm f/1.2 S or the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB better for travel?
- For travel, the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB has the edge: it is 150 g lighter to carry.
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