Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S lens

The NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S gives photographers and filmmakers exquisite control over the light and the way they want to shape it. The perfectly balanced optical design combines with powerful rendering and precision focusing to capture scenes in masterful detail. From the subtlest colours to the finest textures, contrast and clarity is superb throughout the frame—even if shooting directly into harsh light sources. Bokeh and sharpness are finely rendered, with backgrounds and foregrounds transitioning so smoothly that subjects can be isolated with an almost three-dimensional sense of depth. Visual storytellers and cinematographers who want to harness the ultra-shallow depth of field can work confidently with the f/1.2 aperture thanks to Nikon’s fast, meticulous multi-focusing system. The slimmest sliverof a scene can be brought into sharp focus against round, smoothly graded bokeh—even when shooting from close range. Whether shooting in landscape or portrait orientation, intuitive and fully customisable controls are within easy reach, and this robust full-frame lens is fully sealed for work in dusty environments or unpredictable weather conditions.

Classic 35mm focal length, masterful rendering

Phenomenal resolving power for detailed, accurate

reproduction of scenes at any focus distance. The clarity of colour and contrast throughout the frame is

exceptional.

Ultra-fast f/1.2 maximum aperture

For superb aesthetic control in any light. The slimmest sliver of a scene

can be brought into sharp focus against smoothly graded bokeh—even when shooting from close range.

Sublime bokeh

The 11-blade rounded aperture and advanced optical design result in beautifully round, soft

bokeh with no fringing—even around point light sources.

Precision S-Line optics

The optical formula consists of 17 elements in 15 groups. Specialised ED and SR

lens elements work together to counter light dispersion and prevent colour fringing, distortion, and aberrations.

Exceptional clarity

Nikon’s most advanced anti-reflective coatings, Meso Amorphous Coat, ARNEO Coat and

Nano Crystal Coat, virtually eliminate flare and ghosting even in challenging backlit locations.

A cinematographer’s favourite

The classic 35mm focal length couples with the fast f/1.2 aperture to let

filmmakers shape the narrative with fluid precision. Focus breathing is suppressed, and linear focusing can be

enabled for controlled manual focus pulling via the focus ring.

Swift, razor-sharp AF

The multi-focusing system offers incredible precision and speed even when working with

an ultra-shallow depth of field. Dual stepping motors make swift continuous adjustments to keep the point of

focus sharp.

Effortless handling

Two L-fn buttons are perfectly placed for horizontal and vertical shooting. The large,

knurled focus ring actuates smoothly, and the control ring is fully customisable.

Tough

The solid body is extensively sealed at the barrel joints and buttons—and a rubber gasket prevents dust,

dirt, or moisture from entering the lens mount.

Accepts 82 mm filters

The NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S accepts the same wide range of 82 mm screw-on filters

as both the 50mm and the 85mm f/1.2 S-Line lenses.

Part of the S-Line f/1.2 trinity

Depth of field, colour fidelity, tone, bokeh—shift perspectives while maintaining

incredibly consistent image characteristics across the 50mm, 85mm, and 35mm NIKKOR Z f/1.2 S-Line lenses.

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