After a long absence of up to six months, the return of the missing population was a product (relocation) of the lake (brick). However, on October 20th, when we saw the Double 11 pre-sale, we were tempted to buy something that either wasn’t discounted or had discounts much lower than expected. It didn’t live up to the excitement of 618, so we couldn’t resist clicking “buyâ€.
Reasons to Purchase
First, let me explain why I decided to go for this lens. Since entering the photography world, I've been using the 18-140mm lens. While it can take me anywhere, its weight of over 1kg has become a burden during travel. On various photography forums, I’ve often come across opinions praising fixed focal length lenses for their lightness and excellent quality, as well as their sharp focus without degradation. As someone who wants to explore portrait photography, I had long added a high-end portrait lens to my shopping cart, eager to experience the quality of a prime lens.
This lens seems like a great value. In a market where most lenses cost four digits or more, this one is priced in the three-digit range. As a Nikon 35mm f/1.8G, it delivers solid image quality. The 35mm focal length is equivalent to 52.5mm on a full-frame camera, making it ideal for portraits.
I also considered the 50mm f/1.8G and 50mm f/1.8D models. Their focal lengths are equivalent to 75mm on a full-frame camera, which is good for outdoor portraits and creates better bokeh. Both support full-frame cameras. During sales, the 50mm f/1.8D often falls within the 600-700 range. The design of the 50mm f/1.8D, with its digital focus and aperture rings, gives a premium feel, along with a sturdy mechanical build. However, compared to the other two lenses, this one is older. I believe Nikon’s coating technology has improved over the years, and while this lens lacks an internal motor, it still performs well. Online reviews vary, but I trust that a new lens, even if not the latest, won’t be worse. Considering price and performance, I ultimately chose the 35mm f/1.8G.
The following image shows the 50mm f/1.8D:
Appearance Gallery
This time, I went online for the purchase. I grabbed a Zeiss mirror paper and a Nikon UV filter. The UV filter was cheap, priced under a hundred, and came with a standard Nikon case. It felt like a no-brainer deal.
I was a bit nervous about the delivery since it wasn’t shipped via SF Express. But when I opened the box, I found it well-packed with foam padding and a soft cushion at the bottom.
Inside, there were three items: lens paper, UV filter, and the main lens.
The UV filter looked a bit cheap. Though it had the Nikon logo, the soft plastic casing gave it a low-quality feel compared to the Kenko filters I bought before.
The country of origin was listed as Japan, and I hoped the product would meet expectations.
Opening the shell revealed a hard plastic layer protecting the UV filter. The new lens looked clean and clear.
Then came the main box. I forgot how it felt to open a new lens. Maybe my opening method was wrong—when I tried to tear the lens paper, it tore into three layers.
Here's the family portrait: from left to right, the 18-140mm lens and its bag. This time, the main item was the 35mm f/1.8G and its lens hood. Below is the insurance card information.
Before comparing the two lenses, you could immediately tell the difference in weight.
On the camera, the first impression was that it felt lighter and more compact. Finally, after all the hassle, I was ready to shoot.
Recently, I didn’t have the chance to go out shooting, so I took a few test photos with my roommate and Xiao Huangren. To be honest, these shots reignited my passion for portrait photography. I took a few photos of my roommate and reviewed them on the screen. I was very satisfied with the results, though I won't share the actual photos due to various reasons. Instead, I'll show you some still-life shots.
Let me use a phrase that describes the blur effect created by a prime lens. I truly feel that the focus is so sharp that everything around the subject feels like it's in focus. The contrast between the focused subject and the blurred background is striking. I think it's due to the difference between zoom and prime lenses. The old lens felt like pulling a bellows, and you could hear the movement. This one is much cleaner. I recorded two short videos for comparison, though the audio quality isn’t great due to the phone recording.
This is the performance of the 35mm lens.
This is the performance of the 18-140mm lens.
In Summary
What I wanted to say was already mentioned at the beginning. This lens gives me a strong sense of value for money. If you're a photography enthusiast with a limited budget, looking for better image quality than a zoom lens, wanting to carry less gear, and interested in trying portrait photography, then this 999-yuan lens might be just what you need. What bike? No problem!
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