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 feel as good as the 618 sales, so we couldn’t resist clicking “buy†(yes, we just couldn’t hold back).
Reasons to Purchase
First, let me talk about why I decided to buy this lens. After entering the photography world, I've been using the 18-140mm lens for a while. Although it can take me anywhere, its weight—over 1kg—has become a burden on my travels. Through forums and discussions, I’ve always been impressed by the idea that a prime lens is lighter, offers better image quality, and doesn't suffer from focus degradation. As someone who's into portrait photography and wants to step up their game, I've had a 35mm prime lens in my shopping cart for a long time, eager to experience the sharpness and clarity of a fixed focal length.
This lens feels like a great value. In a market where most lenses cost four digits or more, this one falls into the three-digit range. Plus, as a Nikon 35mm f/1.8G, it guarantees good image quality. The 35mm focal length is equivalent to 52.5mm on a full-frame camera, which is perfect for portraits.
I also spent some time considering the 50mm f/1.8G and 50mm f/1.8D. Both have an equivalent focal length of 75mm on a full-frame, making them ideal for outdoor portraits with better background blur. They also support full-frame cameras. The 50mm f/1.8D often drops into the 600–700 range during sales, and I really liked its design—the focus and aperture rings have digital markings, and it comes with a solid mechanical shutter, giving it a premium feel. However, compared to the other two lenses, this one is older, and I believe Nikon has improved their coating technology over the years. Also, it lacks an internal focusing motor, so the autofocus isn’t as smooth as the newer models. While online reviews suggest differences in image quality, I haven’t had the chance to test it myself. But I trust that a new lens, even if not the latest, won’t be worse than the others. Considering both 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 for online shopping again. I bought a Zeiss mirror paper and a Nikon UV filter. The UV filter was cheap, came with a standard Nikon case that costs under a hundred, and it felt like a no-brainer deal.
I didn’t choose SF Express for this delivery, but I was still a bit nervous. However, when I opened the box, it was well-packed—surrounded by foam and cushioned at the bottom.
Three pieces: lens paper, UV filter, and the lens itself.
The UV filter was the first thing I noticed. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the front still had the Nikon logo. However, the soft plastic casing gave it a slightly cheaper feel compared to the Kenko filters I bought before.
It said "Made in Japan" on the back, and I hoped the quality would match the price.
Opening the case revealed a layer of hard plastic 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 box. Maybe my opening method was wrong, but the lens paper was torn into three layers before I could get it out.
The main character of this box was the 35mm f/1.8G and the lens hood. Here’s the insurance card information.
Before comparing the two cameras, it was immediately obvious how much lighter this lens is.
On the camera, the first feeling was that it was light and easy to handle. Finally, after all the hassle, I could go out without carrying heavy gear.
Recently, I haven’t had the chance to go out shooting, so I took a few test shots with my roommate and Xiao Huangren. To be honest, these photos reignited my passion for portrait photography. I took a few shots 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 examples.
Let me use a person who only used a zoom lens to describe the blur effect in this shot. I feel deeply that when the focus is sharp, everything around it seems to fade away, creating a more dramatic and immersive image. The contrast between the focused subject and the blurred background is very noticeable. This might be due to the difference between zoom and prime lenses. The original zoom lens felt like pulling a bellows, and you could hear the movement inside, while this prime lens is much cleaner. I recorded a short video showing the difference. Of course, since it's a phone recording, the sound quality is poor.
This is the performance of the 35mm lens.
This is the performance of the 18-140mm lens.
To Sum Up
What I want to say is actually what I mentioned at the beginning. This lens gives me a real 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 when going out, and interested in trying portrait photography, then you should consider investing in this 35mm f/1.8G. It's worth every penny.
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