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Nikon AF 35-70mm f/3.3-4.5 : Specifications and Opinions


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The Nikon AF 35-70mm f/3.3-4.5 is a standard lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 1986 to 1996 (discontinued). The focus is done by In-camera AF motor, it does not have image stabilization. The average price, when it has been added to the JuzaPhoto database, is 100 €;
21 users have given it an average vote of 8.3 out of 10.


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MOUNT

This lens is available with the following mounts:

Nikon F: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Nikon.



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 Specifications
 Focal lenght   35-70 mm
 Angle of view   63.5 - 34.4°
 Format   FF, APS-C
 Max. aperture   f/3.3-4.5
 Aperture blades   6
 Lenses/Groups   8 elements in 7 groups
 Min. focus distance   0.35 meters
 Reproduction ratio  

 Features
 Zoom type   Ring, external
 Stabilization   No
 Focus   In-camera AF motor
 Internal Focus   No

 Built and notes
 Tripod ring   No
 Extenders   No
 Filters   52 mm
 Lens hood   Yes (not supplied)
 Weather sealing   No
 Weight   260 g
 Dimensions   70 x 69 mm

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avatarjunior
sent on October 05, 2019

Pros: Image quality (incredible warm and right colors). Fastest and precise AF. Compactness. Universality. Price!!

Cons: Sometimes, perhaps, sharpness... But it's ambiguous. In practice, there are many factors that affect. Remember, it is old and it does not have an image stabilization. It can give a very good sharpness in many situations. Just look at shots, presented here, to see the differences, indeed.

Opinion: Absolutely strong! Totally one of the best from Nikon, at least by price/quality. 'Gray horse' that still wins after all'. There is some stable confusion about it: many voices talk about the 'worst Nikon's lens', 'bad reputation', etc. You should understand the differences between versions of AF 35-70, 3.3-4.5 (their about five - mkI, mkll, mkIII ... ). First (1986-1989, all made in Japan, narrow focus ring) is the best version, and is a 'sky and earth', relatively to all subsequent, on many characteristics.

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avatarjunior
sent on June 19, 2025

Pros: Compactness, balanced performance, parfocal optics.

Cons: No one in particular.

Opinion: Taken to combine it with an F55 that was given to me with the AF out of order so I replaced the focus slide with one with a broken image and microprisms. In practice now I have a very compact full program but MF, too bad for the bad mirror pentaprism. The lens, mkII version with a more manageable AF ring, is really pleasant to use. The contrast is not high, I don't find any particular merits but not even defects, a good all-rounder without infamy and without praise but much better than what you read on the net. The lens is (or seems?) parfocal, focusing on 70mm you can open up to 35 mm and both with the broken image and with the AF (tested on various camera bodies) the AF ring remains fixed at the point. This technique can help a lot in low light the accuracy of focusing. Actually after a few more tests with the autofocus in live view (D750 and D7200) on the wide angle the focus is shifted to an imperceptibly shorter distance, and I must say that he is right, with the aperture open the point of focus is sharper ... with the broken image (tested on various bodies, FM2, FG) this is hardly appreciable. In any case, I recommend it without any limitations, I also prefer it to the 28-70 AFD f3.5-4.5, perhaps slightly less contrasted but more uniform in terms of performance.

avatarsenior
sent on July 27, 2024

Pros: Small and light zoom that in some cases can be convenient

Cons: Many specimens suffer from a blocked diaphragm

Opinion: Let's take a look at this goal: 35...............70,..... focal range is limited. 3,3......4,5,.... even the brightness is not great. What if it were just this, that is, basically a normal, ranging from the light wide angle to the light tele, everything we need? ... well then it is certainly to be considered, given the very low cost, the reduced weight and size. From an optical point of view it inherits the scheme of the predecessor ai-s, so you can rest assured, the defects are limited, just don't go looking for them and we won't see them. The apparent sharpness is good, it was sold in kit with the first af bodies and the new nikon customers had to be loyal, they could not be disappointed. Natural rendering and good color, it has few lenses. Of course, it is not a fixed or a professional zoom. If it was expensive and costs so little, I think the reason lies in the modest construction. The second version has a slightly easier maf ring but gives the impression of being even more fragile than the 1st version. The only real flaw shown over time are the aperture blades that become lazy or even blocked, typically at CT. It can be repaired but the repair costs more than the lens, so you need luck / patience to find a good specimen. Unless you are a little photo repairer and get your hands on it.

avatarjunior
sent on July 12, 2022

Pros: Versatility, always precise maf, high sharpness

Cons: Ring that rotates during the maf limiting the use of filters (oh yes ..... I play to be a photographer in the environment and I hate spending time at the PC messing up the photos) Slight vignetting on fx below f4.5

Opinion: It is an unfairly mistreated optician.... Very versatile and light excellent for portraits and "reportage" (always talking about amateur level without professional pretensions). I use it on nikon d300 and it does not miss a focus. Excellent sharpness and, even cropped up, remains high... The only flaw, vignette slightly on fx ..... used with open diaphragm, under f4.5 vignetting is present but not excessively annoying (who wants to understand means).... You can find it with 2 years warranty on RCE at ridiculously low prices.... 9 full and highly recommended

avatarjunior
sent on February 27, 2020

Pros: Can be small and comfortable

Cons: Doesn't take nice pictures

Opinion: I was very disappointed by this view: it does not have the quality they say, compared to the brothers of the same years is poor. It should not cost more than 30 euros because it is not worth more. If you are looking for the quality of those years the real jump is the 28-105 af macro. For an absolute performance I recommend the fixed 50mm of the 80s or early 90s, with that you will have three times the resolution and a nice bokeh.




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