I have taken over 10000 shots with this setup and here are my tips: - Vignette is lowest at f4 and increases as you move away from f4. It becomes a problem around f8 when the vignette cannot be removed using software. - Image quality is comparable to much more expensive full frame lenses, even at the edges! To get this kind of quality at f1.8, you will probably need to pay 3x more. - As mentioned in the video, lightroom can easily remove the vignette if you shoot in RAW. Create a preset that brightens the vignette pre-crop. - Distortion can be an issue (fish eye effect). If using lightroom, the auto lens profile distortion correction assumes you are using cropped sensor and will not fix the image properly. I have had success increasing the distortion correction amount from 100 to 150. - Used on a D610, it is an unbeatable budget full frame travel SLR.
Thanks for the info. Very useful. You said that when shooting RAW the vignette can easily be removed in Lightroom but you also said that the vignette cannot be removed around F8 and higher F-stops using software. What if you're shooting at F8 and shooting RAW? Thanks.
@@elektriksheep My post assumes you are always shooting in RAW. At narrow apertures, it physically covers the corner of the sensor so the vignette cannot be removed.
FYI - This isn't the only DX lens that works on an FX body. The Tokina 11-16 f2.8 also works great, and doesn't even have vignetting when used at 15-16mm. A great way to use as a 16mm f2.8 prime 😁
I have that lens and I agree, it’s awesome with a cropped sensor. I was afraid of getting rid of it because I love it but now that I know that it works great on the D750 (which I’m getting next year) I’m definitely keeping it. A much needed tip. Thanks 😎👍
This lens is my most used lens on my D610 and D810... Such a joy to use.. It's on par with Nikon's more expensive primes! Just deal with the vignetting and you'll be a happy camper!
Nice video, thanks. Took up urban photography as a retirement hobby and got myself a NikonD5600. Just bought the 35mm1.8 DX, my first Prime Lens, absolutely love it, feels like I have been elevated to another level. Once again, great video..
I just tried putting this on a full frame DSLR (Df) after not using it for 3 years and I was shocked to see that there was almost no vignetting when focusing close at 1.8 and reasonable or correctable amounts at other distances and open apertures. I googled the lens and FF combo and came across your post. Thanks for the run down! I'm now convinced that I'll try to run around with this lens a bit. It's very light and weather sealed it seems.
Ha ha! Me too! When I upgraded to full frame the trade-in offer on this lens was too low so I saved it for my daughter's D3300 and just pulled it out and tried it on my D850.
Stunning lens.I use mine amongst other things for shooting gigs on my D5500 and my D700 as a 35mm.As I shoot from f1.8 to around f2.8 at gigs it is wonderful.
One thing to consider with this lens on an FX body... if you're using higher f/stops and don't want the vignetting, you should consider using the 1.2x crop mode on your camera (supported on my D750), which basically makes this lens 42mm, but with about 16.7 megapixels (instead of 24 in FX mode). If you're using it in DX mode, it's pretty much the equivalent of a 50mm lens, except that the pixel count is way lower (about 10 MP). My point is, instead of using it in DX mode, you're better off using your 50mm FX (also a cheap but very good lens). Using it in 1.2x mode is a decent way to go, but just remember your angle of view will be the equivalent to a 42mm full-frame lens. I bought this 35 DX after viewing a few videos and judging that the extra money for the FX version wasn't worth it. However, the jury's still out for me, because I don't love the idea of having to crop nearly every photo in post-processing (I generally don't like the vignetting you get with it), and I already have a 24-70 f/2.8 (Tamron) that is only about a stop slower through the full zoom range. The reason I wanted the 35mm is that it is much smaller and lighter than the zoom, which I think will come in handy in certain situations. Some situations, though, are a little too tight needing a wider angle of view than 42mm gives, which would require using the heavy zoom.
Thank you for the review using this great little lens on an FX body. I currently have a great DX lineup of lenses but am in the process of switching to FX body shortly. I was searching for reviews of which lens I would be able to continue using without it being a total waste to move onto FX. Thanks for your great selection of photographs because it solidifies my decision to make the move to FX and definitely keep this lens!!!
Amazing ! I was having a hard time deciding which lens to get for my recently acquired d90 and I will go with this one! I plan on upgrading to a d700 later and 35mm is my favourite focal length, amazing that it will work! Thank you!❤
So happy I found your channel. I was getting ready to purchase the 35mm fx and began to wonder if I could use my dx. Can’t wait to try it out in my studio this week. Thanks!
I agree with you!! You can also put your camera in 1.2x or DX mode and no worry about vignette. In General any DX lens works nice from 24mm and Up with aceptable vignette
Hi John, I came to the same conclusion myself after purchasing a D850 recently to add to my D500. Adding the mask is also extremely helpful as it takes any guess work out in terms of what one will capture in the frame
I have this lens and used it on my DX 7200 mostly; I recently got the D850 and will check it out very soon! Thanks for your video. I can’t wait to try it!
I love using the 35mm DX on my FX cameras. Thought I was going to be able to continue using it as a 35 but now the Z cameras don't let you override the DX-setting. So the camera automatically switches to crop-mode and that cannot (currently) be overrridden. Total bummer cause I LOVED the little bastard. Edit: I also own the 35mm 1,4 FX and definitely prefer the look of the DX on full frame!
I contacted Nikon center and demanded a firmware uptade to use dx lenses (considering my 35 mm 1.8g) on Z bodies. They replied that they sending my demand as a product suggestion. Waiting fingers crossed.
So happy to see this video I have this lens to and used it in my nikon d5600 dx camera. Now I want a classic camera and buw a full frame d700 I'm so happy to read that I can use it to om the d700.
great vid....i bought this lens last week for my d2x im glad you have said it'll be fine on a full frame as i bought a d3 off mpb and it arrived today...ill give it a go on it
Thanks for this video. I would have never thought to try it on full frame. Great idea. It’s much lighter than the 16-35 f/4 That I haul around for 35mm.
@@jamesaphotography1286 I was going to ask that but didn’t know you’d be monitoring comments since it’s an older video. Thanks for keeping up with us late comers.
I bought a 35mm yesterday (used because new is unaffordable) and blanked to check if it was DX or ED (I shoot a Nikon D3x) and when I received it my heart sank that I bought the wrong thing but this gives me a calmness I didn’t screw up 😊
I put this on my D4s for my nightclub photo gigs.. That combo blows everything else out of the water. I can take studio quality portraits in super dark with drunk people. This lens on FF has that "look" classic lenses like old film Carl Zeiss has .
I was thinking of getting a full frame 50mm for my D750 because I’m using a 50mm DX and it works but I thought the full frame lens is better for a full frame camera. Glad I saw this video. Thanks
Wow, I just threw this lens on my N80 (an old film camera) and noticed that I couldn't see any vignetting through the viewfinder, which is unusual for a DX lens. Googled to see if anyone else experienced this and found your video. Looks like I won't be getting rid of my 35 after all!
Hi James. I wanted a back up camera to my D700. I got a D300s and this lens came with it along with a vertical grip that also fits the D700. A double win and inexpensive. A wonderful lens. That b&w picture you shot of the women having a chat is something to be proud of and a good counterpoint to the commercial work.
After trying out primes and fast zooms which are heavy, this 35mm is all I really need with my d7100...its the best walk around lens... and you dont really need a 28 or 50mm if uou have this... next one can go for 85mm or 105mm..
Was just thinking about the disadvantages I'd have if I switch to full frame later on bcs I was going to buy either this one or 50mm 1.8 fx. I prefer 50mm look over 75mm, but was worried about incompatibility later, but this video made my day, and I think I'll go with 35! And if I switch I'd have to buy another lens for backup anyway, and then it'll be the 50mm. Thanks for this!
It has been frowned upon to use a 35mm 1.8 on full frame camera from the professional community. I recently used one on my D700 at a Valentines party. The images were beautiful, even with low light... I know you aren't getting the full capacity of the full frame camera, I don't regret it at all.
James.... A great informational video!! It helped me a lot!! I mostly have DX lenses but I have a 35mm f1. 8 and have the opportunity to buy a like new D810 with a new battery grip all for $500 but was hesitant because I had mostly DX lenses and figured it wouldn't be worth it but now your video made me decide to purchase it...... Best wishes.. Duane
I was about to call bullshit on this because I've used it with my D750, it has the field of view of a 50mm on crop. But in FX-mode (important) its a 36mm. Its a great little lens, the AF is slow (don't take tracking shots with it, unless its slow moving). It also has noticeable barrel distortion on FX (its designed for DX) compared to the sigma 35 1.4. Its sharp, small, and has impressive saturation (this surprised me). Just put it in your bag as a back-up if your 24-70 or 35 1.4 dies.
Brilliant, thanks for this. Just getting my first full frame very soon, but I own this 35mm for my cropped sensor. Wouldn't have thought to try as i'm getting the 50 fx prime too. Cheers!!
I put it regularly on my D610. Vignetting is acceptable around f4-f6 but one must crop some 5% of the picture or just one tweak in camera's trim button to get vignetting free image. So the ŕesult I get from this Dx 35 mm 1.8 on my 24 mil.pix.Nikon D610 is an excellent walkaround 40 mm FF lens on 20 mil.pix. Nikon D610. Not bad at all.
if you are shooting Jpeg then try setting this to vignette control to "High" in the menu it reduces it a lot. Cheers.Its lovely lens do agree. I love the colours on this lens when shot with a D750.
I’m thinking about getting this lens for “walking around” (street photography, some landscape shots, maybe a few portraits or close ups) and so far I’ve mainly heard positive things about this little lens! Thanks for showing us so many photos! :)
i don't want to invest yet to an expensive 35mm and Ive been thinking of buying that lens and use it with full frame for weddings, I wanted to change my setup from 85-50-24_70 to 85-50-35 and a 24 that has been sitting in my bag, Im not sure that it's going to deliver me good results, Im gonna give it a shot now that you mention it.
I loved my 35 1.8 and took it travelling a bunch of times though I would take a little D3100 and leave the D600/700 at home when I went away. Great lens. Good call on the little bit of vignette. I used to add vignette years ago :D
Ahh, thanks for this! I have been using the 50mm 1.8 on my D700, but I have the 35mm and haven't tried it yet. I'm so glad to know it will work well! (I'm wondering now if the 40mm 2.8 will work well too?)
Nice one man, im upgrading to the d750 soon from a d5500, i use this lens and the 50mm also, i was going to get the 35mm full frame but after watchin this i think ill save my self 300 quid... i love how it gives a little vignette or if ur not 100% happy either fix it in post or use the d750s dx mode but what the hell i think ud have to be real fussy to buy the ff version just for abit of cropping unless u like to splash your cash lol, thanks man really good video , subbed :)
I have the d750 and am using the DX 35mm 1.8...the vignette is beginning to be too much for me! When I shoot in a sunny setting, it’s beautiful so far. But the last few shoots I’ve had indoors or overcast settings? Too much to edit out. I COULD try cropping out during edit...but I typically frame my photos well and want to keep everything in the shot lol still considering upgrading to FX 1.8 or try the Sigma 1.4!
Wow, Thanks a lot for this review James🙏🏽 A quick one, when you use pounds it's really hard to convert to our currency. Just asking on my behalf and your students from Africa.
Hello sir. Nice video review. Thank you for sharing. I wonder if you would to share the preset for those wedding photos. Really magical and beautiful color. Really apreciate it. 😊
Yep Nikon 85mm 1.8 af is fantastic portrait lens. Not sharp at 1.8 BUT produces such a lovely shot when you hit the the focus that no one will even think about it. For sharp use f2.4 and higher. Just the let you know your website link in your TH-cam profile doesn’t work for me (iPad). Going via Instagram does.
Great review i've taken more than 40,000 photo,s with this lens and my litle D5300 proffesinaly i'm talking about wedding,event and portrait. i wil make a video of my photo,s from 2017 i already have one on my Channell
I think this will not be a problem if your shooting your subject always in the middle of the frame. But what if your using rule of thirds where your subject is at the side of the frame? That vignette would be apparent.
Omg I'm glad I saw this video. I'm going to get my first full frame. I'm on budget so will get D700 and having trouble looking for prime lens. I was considering 50mm 1.8g fx. Do you think I should pick 50mm 1.8g or this 35mm 1.8g dx
@@jamesaphotography1286 thank you for your answer. I am still a beginner and a lot to learn. Would D700 be good with Nikon AF 28-80mm f3.5-5.6? I want to consider it as my second lens. For my prime I might get the 50mm 1.8D as you suggested
Great video. Solved one of my bigger problems of whether a DX lens works on a FX body. However, what's the Difference between this lens and the 35 1.8G FX lens? I mean if this lens works on FX bodies why does the 35mm 1.8G (FX) Exist?
One more question James. It's pretty easy to deal with the vignetting in an image. I'm eying on this lens mainly for video. Is there any such easier way to deal with the vignetting in video?
The vignetting is pretty easy to remove in lightroom with photos but I'm not an an expert when it comes to video so it might be better to get the FX version for video. It only shows on the DX version with a clear background but if its a cluttered scene it won't be noticed.
nikon has 2x 35mm 1.8's - one is for full-frame and the other is for crop-sensor. Just remember that whatever lens you put on a crop sensor is (usually) 1.5x the stated focal length. 35 x 1.5 = 52mm. Your kit lens says 18-55 but its really just a 24-70 equivalent. 18(27)-55(82) / 27-82mm.
After 6 years of using this 35mm on dx I saw this video & I am not sure how it will work on my D850. I have a wedding soon so I have to take some risk because I don't have wider full frame lenses below 50mm. I was planning to invest on 35mm but I think I have to pause that for a while.
@@jamesaphotography1286 Yes I always shoot with FX area mode. Sometimes I go for 1.2 crop which is 42mm equivalent. Still wide enough for me compared to 50mm... 1.2 crop gives no vignetting at all.
IF you had to choose between the “best” lenses for manual focusing for the Z6 (ie using the Rhino Arc II / Focus slider) would you opt for: Nikkor Z 35mm 1.8S ($850) AF-S Nikkor 35mm 1.4G ($1500!) Sigma ART 35mm 1.4DG HSM ($650) Sigma has been recommended, as the Nikkor is overpriced... but - while fitting the Z lens directly onto the Z6 - has slight advantages... I heard you can’t EXACTLY pull focus with Z lenses based on exact position of the manual focus ring??? It’s electronic and relies on autofocus to correct.
Hi George. I'm not experienced with the z series so I'm not sure on all that. Some of the old d series lenses are amazing if you want to manually focus.
I have a question. If you move to video mode, does the camera stay on fx format or will it change it to dx format? Am I getting a 35mm format or will it go to 50mm equivalent?
yes james, I only have a D3200, ( i make vids) I asked the tube, best lens for vidio, and the american ( art of the image ) recommended that lens, went straight on ebay got one for £120, nockout lens.
Great video, question :I have a d600 with a 50mm 1.8, is still a worth to buy this 35mm 1.8 knowing that it'd be a 50mm, I'd live it because is ultra silent for video, but is there any difference with the 50mm fx?
I recently used my 35mm dx lens on friends D750 body and I turned off auto DX crop mode but still it's showing me photos in DX cropped mode. Can u help me with it?
I feel like it almost complemented that one photo in the street. Jusy bought this lens yesterday and it’s the first lens I’ve purchased outside of the 18-70mm that came with my d5300, didn’t realize what I was missing aperture wise, and also very satisfied for the price
What if I use DX lens on FX body whit switch OFF auto DX mode? What about the focal lenght, the ISO noise and megapixel? Same when I use an FX lens on FX body ( except vignetting )?
Most dx lenses will have a dark circles around the image on an fx body if dx mode is turned off. This lens is an exception. Noise ect. Will not be affected any different.
I have taken over 10000 shots with this setup and here are my tips:
- Vignette is lowest at f4 and increases as you move away from f4. It becomes a problem around f8 when the vignette cannot be removed using software.
- Image quality is comparable to much more expensive full frame lenses, even at the edges! To get this kind of quality at f1.8, you will probably need to pay 3x more.
- As mentioned in the video, lightroom can easily remove the vignette if you shoot in RAW. Create a preset that brightens the vignette pre-crop.
- Distortion can be an issue (fish eye effect). If using lightroom, the auto lens profile distortion correction assumes you are using cropped sensor and will not fix the image properly. I have had success increasing the distortion correction amount from 100 to 150.
- Used on a D610, it is an unbeatable budget full frame travel SLR.
Thanks for the info. Very useful. You said that when shooting RAW the vignette can easily be removed in Lightroom but you also said that the vignette cannot be removed around F8 and higher F-stops using software. What if you're shooting at F8 and shooting RAW? Thanks.
@@elektriksheep My post assumes you are always shooting in RAW. At narrow apertures, it physically covers the corner of the sensor so the vignette cannot be removed.
@@jonathanw2091 Great. Thanks for getting back to me. That's helpful.
Thanks !!! Have a 610 as well, getting one today!
Hello. Have you tried the old Nikkor 35mm F/2D yet? I heard that this old lens is good for FX sensor with minimal vignette
This is the video that made me buy a 35mm DX and use it on my D610. Been using it for few months now and loving it. Thanks much!
lyle Nacario That's great, glad to be of help.
I actually really like the vignetting, I know its not for everyone but I think it really adds something extra to the image that isnt usually there
James you just saved me £400, i just bought a D700 and was going to sell my 35mm dx and buy the fx version. Glad i saw you first.
Andy Jones Great glad to have helped. D700 is an awesome beast.
Just bought the d700 and was about to sell my 35 dx and buy the fx. Glad I watched this video!!!
I buyed the same d700 and so glad to read that I can use my dx 35mm 1.8 its my favo lens in my nikon d5600
Can i shoot with this lens on d700 without sacrificing 12 mega ?
FYI - This isn't the only DX lens that works on an FX body. The Tokina 11-16 f2.8 also works great, and doesn't even have vignetting when used at 15-16mm. A great way to use as a 16mm f2.8 prime 😁
I have that lens and I agree, it’s awesome with a cropped sensor. I was afraid of getting rid of it because I love it but now that I know that it works great on the D750 (which I’m getting next year) I’m definitely keeping it. A much needed tip. Thanks 😎👍
This lens is my most used lens on my D610 and D810... Such a joy to use.. It's on par with Nikon's more expensive primes! Just deal with the vignetting and you'll be a happy camper!
What about the resolution of the pic it's not half of the megapixel camera?
I literally have this and have moved on to D750s too, definitely going to try it now! Thanks for the video!
Brilliant, it's works a treat on that. Enjoy.
Thank you for this! Perfect video and wonderful that you added so many picture examples at the end! This will be my next purchase! 😄
Nice video, thanks. Took up urban photography as a retirement hobby and got myself a NikonD5600. Just bought the 35mm1.8 DX, my first Prime Lens, absolutely love it, feels like I have been elevated to another level. Once again, great video..
I have this lens too couldn't agree more it's a super lens to own📷👍
I just tried putting this on a full frame DSLR (Df) after not using it for 3 years and I was shocked to see that there was almost no vignetting when focusing close at 1.8 and reasonable or correctable amounts at other distances and open apertures. I googled the lens and FF combo and came across your post. Thanks for the run down! I'm now convinced that I'll try to run around with this lens a bit. It's very light and weather sealed it seems.
Glad it worked for you, it's a great little lens.
You just made my day in this quarantine! I have d750! And 35mm lens was sitting around for years!
That's great, you'll have fun with it, it's a great combo.
Ha ha! Me too! When I upgraded to full frame the trade-in offer on this lens was too low so I saved it for my daughter's D3300 and just pulled it out and tried it on my D850.
How bizarre. I did exactly the same thing today. Put in on a d600 just to see what is get and was stunned at the quality. :) Love Nikon. Great vid.
I have the same experience, I was about to sell the 35dx because I bought an FX camera, but to my surprise it works perfectly on my FX body
Stunning lens.I use mine amongst other things for shooting gigs on my D5500 and my D700 as a 35mm.As I shoot from f1.8 to around f2.8 at gigs it is wonderful.
One thing to consider with this lens on an FX body... if you're using higher f/stops and don't want the vignetting, you should consider using the 1.2x crop mode on your camera (supported on my D750), which basically makes this lens 42mm, but with about 16.7 megapixels (instead of 24 in FX mode). If you're using it in DX mode, it's pretty much the equivalent of a 50mm lens, except that the pixel count is way lower (about 10 MP). My point is, instead of using it in DX mode, you're better off using your 50mm FX (also a cheap but very good lens). Using it in 1.2x mode is a decent way to go, but just remember your angle of view will be the equivalent to a 42mm full-frame lens.
I bought this 35 DX after viewing a few videos and judging that the extra money for the FX version wasn't worth it. However, the jury's still out for me, because I don't love the idea of having to crop nearly every photo in post-processing (I generally don't like the vignetting you get with it), and I already have a 24-70 f/2.8 (Tamron) that is only about a stop slower through the full zoom range. The reason I wanted the 35mm is that it is much smaller and lighter than the zoom, which I think will come in handy in certain situations. Some situations, though, are a little too tight needing a wider angle of view than 42mm gives, which would require using the heavy zoom.
I agree absolutely with your submission and your review of this 35mm DX lens.👌🏾
Thank you for the review using this great little lens on an FX body. I currently have a great DX lineup of lenses but am in the process of switching to FX body shortly. I was searching for reviews of which lens I would be able to continue using without it being a total waste to move onto FX. Thanks for your great selection of photographs because it solidifies my decision to make the move to FX and definitely keep this lens!!!
WOOPdesign Glad to be of help.
thanks for the effort and the sharing. by the way, the bride/flower girl hair and the corfu shots are really lovely. thumbs up.
smalltalk.productions Thankyou.
Amazing ! I was having a hard time deciding which lens to get for my recently acquired d90 and I will go with this one! I plan on upgrading to a d700 later and 35mm is my favourite focal length, amazing that it will work! Thank you!❤
So happy I found your channel. I was getting ready to purchase the 35mm fx and began to wonder if I could use my dx. Can’t wait to try it out in my studio this week. Thanks!
Ooh i just bought the D610 and will use the 35MM from my D90. Thanks for the info and nice pic of my hometown.
I agree with you!! You can also put your camera in 1.2x or DX mode and no worry about vignette. In General any DX lens works nice from 24mm and Up with aceptable vignette
DX mode gives you around 10 megapixels on a D750. Big waste of sensor.
Hi John, I came to the same conclusion myself after purchasing a D850 recently to add to my D500. Adding the mask is also extremely helpful as it takes any guess work out in terms of what one will capture in the frame
I have this lens and used it on my DX 7200 mostly; I recently got the D850 and will check it out very soon! Thanks for your video. I can’t wait to try it!
I love using the 35mm DX on my FX cameras. Thought I was going to be able to continue using it as a 35 but now the Z cameras don't let you override the DX-setting. So the camera automatically switches to crop-mode and that cannot (currently) be overrridden. Total bummer cause I LOVED the little bastard.
Edit: I also own the 35mm 1,4 FX and definitely prefer the look of the DX on full frame!
I contacted Nikon center and demanded a firmware uptade to use dx lenses (considering my 35 mm 1.8g) on Z bodies. They replied that they sending my demand as a product suggestion. Waiting fingers crossed.
@@Bardamu3000 Unfortunately no. Still waiting but I have less hope now.
So happy to see this video I have this lens to and used it in my nikon d5600 dx camera. Now I want a classic camera and buw a full frame d700 I'm so happy to read that I can use it to om the d700.
You'll love that combination, the D700 is amazing.
great vid....i bought this lens last week for my d2x im glad you have said it'll be fine on a full frame as i bought a d3 off mpb and it arrived today...ill give it a go on it
Thanks for this video. I would have never thought to try it on full frame. Great idea. It’s much lighter than the 16-35 f/4 That I haul around for 35mm.
Glad it helped. Don't forget to take the came out of DX mode as it can do it automatically when you put the lens on.
@@jamesaphotography1286 I was going to ask that but didn’t know you’d be monitoring comments since it’s an older video. Thanks for keeping up with us late comers.
when i bought my D5300 I bought the 35mm 1.8 and the 50mm 1.8 for £100 each, best dam lenses i ever bought. Just got a D7500. Subbed to your channel
I bought a 35mm yesterday (used because new is unaffordable) and blanked to check if it was DX or ED (I shoot a Nikon D3x) and when I received it my heart sank that I bought the wrong thing but this gives me a calmness I didn’t screw up 😊
Just got a d750, great tip thanks
I put this on my D4s for my nightclub photo gigs.. That combo blows everything else out of the water. I can take studio quality portraits in super dark with drunk people. This lens on FF has that "look" classic lenses like old film Carl Zeiss has .
Brilliant. I use this lens for dancefloor shots at weddings and events, it nails it lovely and is short and stubby so won't get bashed around.
I was thinking of getting a full frame 50mm for my D750 because I’m using a 50mm DX and it works but I thought the full frame lens is better for a full frame camera. Glad I saw this video. Thanks
There is no such thing! Where did you find a 50mm DX??
@@user-wi7vu5hv8g i think that he is speaking about his 35mm, i guess
Very clear and on topic! Thank You for video and sample pictures.
Wow, I just threw this lens on my N80 (an old film camera) and noticed that I couldn't see any vignetting through the viewfinder, which is unusual for a DX lens. Googled to see if anyone else experienced this and found your video. Looks like I won't be getting rid of my 35 after all!
Interesting, I'm going to have to try this on the N8008s. Do AF-S lenses let you control aperture and focus or just aperture on the N80?
@@brianaddison2828 On my N80 you retain manual and autofocus, and the aperture operates just like any other af-s lens
thank you ! i like the vignetting look too Its sick !
Hi James.
I wanted a back up camera to my D700. I got a D300s and this lens came with it along with a vertical grip that also fits the D700. A double win and inexpensive. A wonderful lens.
That b&w picture you shot of the women having a chat is something to be proud of and a good counterpoint to the commercial work.
it might be great for street portrait too, youre awesome james been waiting somebody make a review of this lens on FX body
After trying out primes and fast zooms which are heavy, this 35mm is all I really need with my d7100...its the best walk around lens...
and you dont really need a 28 or 50mm if uou have this...
next one can go for 85mm or 105mm..
i have 35mm 1.8g dx for my d7100 and now i always use to my d750 👌🏻 i set to 1.2 crop almost no vignette
Was just thinking about the disadvantages I'd have if I switch to full frame later on bcs I was going to buy either this one or 50mm 1.8 fx. I prefer 50mm look over 75mm, but was worried about incompatibility later, but this video made my day, and I think I'll go with 35! And if I switch I'd have to buy another lens for backup anyway, and then it'll be the 50mm. Thanks for this!
Nice skin tones, I agree. Thanks for posting
Thank you! Going to get one today !! Appreciate your video
Enjoy, it's a great little lens.
It has been frowned upon to use a 35mm 1.8 on full frame camera from the professional community. I recently used one on my D700 at a Valentines party. The images were beautiful, even with low light... I know you aren't getting the full capacity of the full frame camera, I don't regret it at all.
James.... A great informational video!! It helped me a lot!! I mostly have DX lenses but I have a 35mm f1. 8 and have the opportunity to buy a like new D810 with a new battery grip all for $500 but was hesitant because I had mostly DX lenses and figured it wouldn't be worth it but now your video made me decide to purchase it...... Best wishes.. Duane
Thank you for the useful information.
Great suggestion. Plus if you have a D800/810/3S/4/5/6 you can use the 1.2 crop or 5:4 crop and get a 42mm lens with no vignetting.
Bloody hell mate, I almost threw mine in the trash when I switched. Gonna try it and see how it goes.
Leona197 so ?
My walk around lense on my D700....
I was about to call bullshit on this because I've used it with my D750, it has the field of view of a 50mm on crop. But in FX-mode (important) its a 36mm. Its a great little lens, the AF is slow (don't take tracking shots with it, unless its slow moving). It also has noticeable barrel distortion on FX (its designed for DX) compared to the sigma 35 1.4. Its sharp, small, and has impressive saturation (this surprised me). Just put it in your bag as a back-up if your 24-70 or 35 1.4 dies.
Lens Profile correction in LR takes care of the distortion.
Brilliant, thanks for this. Just getting my first full frame very soon, but I own this 35mm for my cropped sensor. Wouldn't have thought to try as i'm getting the 50 fx prime too. Cheers!!
Getting one in 11 hours from writing this. Good to hear I can use it later when going FF
The f mount system is amazing dx /fx if you do a bit of fidgeting you seriously expand your options.
I put it regularly on my D610. Vignetting is acceptable around f4-f6 but one must crop some 5% of the picture or just one tweak in camera's trim button to get vignetting free image.
So the ŕesult I get from this Dx 35 mm 1.8 on my 24 mil.pix.Nikon D610 is an excellent walkaround 40 mm FF lens on 20 mil.pix. Nikon D610.
Not bad at all.
I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing
if you are shooting Jpeg then try setting this to vignette control to "High" in the menu it reduces it a lot. Cheers.Its lovely lens do agree. I love the colours on this lens when shot with a D750.
SoulStoriesLtd R I’m grateful you said D750 because I’m planning on buying D750 with same lens.
I’m thinking about getting this lens for “walking around” (street photography, some landscape shots, maybe a few portraits or close ups) and so far I’ve mainly heard positive things about this little lens! Thanks for showing us so many photos! :)
ama n. No worries. Its a great lens you wont regret it.
i don't want to invest yet to an expensive 35mm and Ive been thinking of buying that lens and use it with full frame for weddings, I wanted to change my setup from 85-50-24_70 to 85-50-35 and a 24 that has been sitting in my bag, Im not sure that it's going to deliver me good results, Im gonna give it a shot now that you mention it.
I use this lens wide open on my D4 & D3. Knowing what to expect with proper composition, I have yet to crop out the vignette.
I've got it too, used a lot on D90. Sharp as a razor.
Love the video thanks!
I loved my 35 1.8 and took it travelling a bunch of times though I would take a little D3100 and leave the D600/700 at home when I went away. Great lens. Good call on the little bit of vignette. I used to add vignette years ago :D
Damian Brown Cheers Damien. You at the photography show in March?
So are the images from that lens 12 mega pixel as it's a DX lens?
No its the full sensor so its all of it. Just a tad in the corners that are shaded. You could use it on the new Nikon D850 if you wanted.
James A Photography co uk ok I. Have one and use it only with a D3300. I have a D600 but I thought as it was a DX Lena I’d loose quality.
No you can use it on the D600, the images I showed were from a D750 so its the same sensor size.
Thanks for sharing this video very conclusive.
Ahh, thanks for this! I have been using the 50mm 1.8 on my D700, but I have the 35mm and haven't tried it yet. I'm so glad to know it will work well! (I'm wondering now if the 40mm 2.8 will work well too?)
It's nice 😍 u'll get 20mm approximate on FX body
Does this lose megapixels when using this lens on a FX body?
I love love my DX 35mm lens !!!
The nikon z series will autocrop and that cant be turned of yet i sent nikon a request and hopefully they will add it in a future update
I'm hoping they do add it! Maybe I should send in a request as well.
Really, I was considering getting a Z6 and I own a 35 mm dx Lens. Not good if it will be autocropped.
How much of the image will be in autocrop on a z body? Would it look like a dx or just a little crop?
Nice one man, im upgrading to the d750 soon from a d5500, i use this lens and the 50mm also, i was going to get the 35mm full frame but after watchin this i think ill save my self 300 quid... i love how it gives a little vignette or if ur not 100% happy either fix it in post or use the d750s dx mode but what the hell i think ud have to be real fussy to buy the ff version just for abit of cropping unless u like to splash your cash lol, thanks man really good video , subbed :)
Thank you glad it pretty. D750 is a beast you'll love it.
Literally im doing the same upgrade and i was about to sell my 35mm but thanks to this video, i wooont😌💃🏻🤟🏻
I have the d750 and am using the DX 35mm 1.8...the vignette is beginning to be too much for me! When I shoot in a sunny setting, it’s beautiful so far. But the last few shoots I’ve had indoors or overcast settings? Too much to edit out.
I COULD try cropping out during edit...but I typically frame my photos well and want to keep everything in the shot lol still considering upgrading to FX 1.8 or try the Sigma 1.4!
Wow, Thanks a lot for this review James🙏🏽
A quick one, when you use pounds it's really hard to convert to our currency.
Just asking on my behalf and your students from Africa.
I discovered this a couple of years ago... I shoot b&w and it works great!
Hello sir. Nice video review. Thank you for sharing. I wonder if you would to share the preset for those wedding photos. Really magical and beautiful color. Really apreciate it. 😊
Thank you. Nothing special for a preset just highlights down 25% and shadows up 25% plus a touch of contrast.
@@jamesaphotography1286 thanks
Hello thanks for video ..please would you tell how it was at f11 or f13 ? Many thanks...cheers
Yep Nikon 85mm 1.8 af is fantastic portrait lens. Not sharp at 1.8 BUT produces such a lovely shot when you hit the the focus that no one will even think about it. For sharp use f2.4 and higher. Just the let you know your website link in your TH-cam profile doesn’t work for me (iPad). Going via Instagram does.
Thanks Nick, ill check that out.
Thanks for the heads up about the website link. All sorted now.
Great images. Thank you I was about to sell my lens as I am upgrading to mirrorless. What camera did you use to capture these shots
thanks for the video, so let's say that 7.1 is the real limit using it full frame?
Ye about that, with a bit of cropping.
Great review i've taken more than 40,000 photo,s with this lens and my litle D5300 proffesinaly i'm talking about wedding,event and portrait. i wil make a video of my photo,s from 2017 i already have one on my Channell
You shoot weddings with a d5300?
I think this will not be a problem if your shooting your subject always in the middle of the frame. But what if your using rule of thirds where your subject is at the side of the frame? That vignette would be apparent.
Ye caution is needed at the edges but most of it is fine for portraits.
Omg I'm glad I saw this video. I'm going to get my first full frame. I'm on budget so will get D700 and having trouble looking for prime lens. I was considering 50mm 1.8g fx. Do you think I should pick 50mm 1.8g or this 35mm 1.8g dx
They both have different looks, I like the 35 for lifestyle and the 50 for portrait. Try the 50mm 1.8D, it's a lot cheaper and a great lens.
@@jamesaphotography1286 thank you for your answer. I am still a beginner and a lot to learn. Would D700 be good with Nikon AF 28-80mm f3.5-5.6? I want to consider it as my second lens. For my prime I might get the 50mm 1.8D as you suggested
Hija. Thanks for the video. Is the vignetting mainly at f1.8 or does it show on all apertures?
Graham Crook It seems fine from 1.8 to 5.6
Great video. Solved one of my bigger problems of whether a DX lens works on a FX body. However, what's the Difference between this lens and the 35 1.8G FX lens? I mean if this lens works on FX bodies why does the 35mm 1.8G (FX) Exist?
It doesn't vignette as much and it might be better built but I have no issues with my dx on full frame. Still use it all the time.
One more question James. It's pretty easy to deal with the vignetting in an image. I'm eying on this lens mainly for video. Is there any such easier way to deal with the vignetting in video?
The vignetting is pretty easy to remove in lightroom with photos but I'm not an an expert when it comes to video so it might be better to get the FX version for video. It only shows on the DX version with a clear background but if its a cluttered scene it won't be noticed.
Thank you for the help. Have a good day James. 😇
nikon has 2x 35mm 1.8's - one is for full-frame and the other is for crop-sensor. Just remember that whatever lens you put on a crop sensor is (usually) 1.5x the stated focal length. 35 x 1.5 = 52mm. Your kit lens says 18-55 but its really just a 24-70 equivalent. 18(27)-55(82) / 27-82mm.
I always knew it..35mm is a little beast
GOT it.....use it on my D7000 crop sensor camera SHARP as a tack
After 6 years of using this 35mm on dx I saw this video & I am not sure how it will work on my D850. I have a wedding soon so I have to take some risk because I don't have wider full frame lenses below 50mm. I was planning to invest on 35mm but I think I have to pause that for a while.
IT should work ok, make sure you have a practice before the wedding and remember to turn auto DX mode off.
@@jamesaphotography1286 Yes I always shoot with FX area mode. Sometimes I go for 1.2 crop which is 42mm equivalent.
Still wide enough for me compared to 50mm...
1.2 crop gives no vignetting at all.
Hi. Ive just got a 35mm for my z6. it wont let me choose image area? so its 50mm equivalent. any ideas?
IF you had to choose between the “best” lenses for manual focusing for the Z6 (ie using the Rhino Arc II / Focus slider) would you opt for:
Nikkor Z 35mm 1.8S ($850)
AF-S Nikkor 35mm 1.4G ($1500!)
Sigma ART 35mm 1.4DG HSM ($650)
Sigma has been recommended, as the Nikkor is overpriced... but - while fitting the Z lens directly onto the Z6 - has slight advantages... I heard you can’t EXACTLY pull focus with Z lenses based on exact position of the manual focus ring??? It’s electronic and relies on autofocus to correct.
Hi George. I'm not experienced with the z series so I'm not sure on all that. Some of the old d series lenses are amazing if you want to manually focus.
The d750 automatically crops to dx mode doesn’t it? So you loose a lot of resolution
You have to turn dx crop mode off in the D750. I forgot to mention that in the video.
So you would recommend it for D750? How to you shut off crop in camera?
@@KarenJoys1 Shooting menu---Image Area---Auto DX crop (OFF)
So I can use the nikon z6 with the ftz adapter?
Is the focal length is same as 35mm fx lenses? I mean is it as wide as 35mm fx lens if ? Or wider or zoomer?
The same focal length as a 35 full frame one.
@@jamesaphotography1286 any chance i can see more result from this set up
@@dmstudiofoto8784 There are ample pictures at the end of the video to show the images.
hello sir.. it's amazing one you have said. I have also a nikkor 35mm f1.8g dx lens. I'm going to buy nikon z6 so will my 35mm lens make great output?
I don't think it will fit on the z6 unless you have an adaptor.
On Z bodies DX lenses can't be used in FX mode only can be used on DX Mode unfortunately. Maybe after a firmware update but not right now.
so helpful :)
I have a question. If you move to video mode, does the camera stay on fx format or will it change it to dx format? Am I getting a 35mm format or will it go to 50mm equivalent?
yes james, I only have a D3200, ( i make vids) I asked the tube, best lens for vidio, and the american ( art of the image ) recommended that lens, went straight on ebay got one for
£120, nockout lens.
his name is Matt Ballard, committed suicide
Great video, question :I have a d600 with a 50mm 1.8, is still a worth to buy this 35mm 1.8 knowing that it'd be a 50mm, I'd live it because is ultra silent for video, but is there any difference with the 50mm fx?
It will still be a 35mm with a bit of vignetting when you turn auto DX mode off.
@@jamesaphotography1286 wow silly me I didn't know that. Thank you
I recently used my 35mm dx lens on friends D750 body and I turned off auto DX crop mode but still it's showing me photos in DX cropped mode. Can u help me with it?
It should work with DX mode off, keep trying it's worth it.
any tips on fixing the fish eye effect? the auto lens is not working
Try the lightroom distortion slider.
The vignette is minimal but I kind of like the effect.
I feel like it almost complemented that one photo in the street. Jusy bought this lens yesterday and it’s the first lens I’ve purchased outside of the 18-70mm that came with my d5300, didn’t realize what I was missing aperture wise, and also very satisfied for the price
So I have a D750 and why we have to turn off the auto crop ?
If you don't turn it off it will automatically crop the image as the camera will recognise the lens as a DX lens.
What if I use DX lens on FX body whit switch OFF auto DX mode? What about the focal lenght, the ISO noise and megapixel? Same when I use an FX lens on FX body ( except vignetting )?
Most dx lenses will have a dark circles around the image on an fx body if dx mode is turned off. This lens is an exception. Noise ect. Will not be affected any different.
@@jamesaphotography1286 FOV with dx mode off is 50mm on an fx camera?
@@Abhi-ul5nv On FX a 35mm is a 35mm FOV
it is an amazing lens. I used it on FX cameras. I sold it. I regret it.
Doesnt the camera automatically go to dx
You have to turn that mode off, I forgot to mention that in the video.
how about vignet? this using auto crop or what?
Very low vignette, switch auto crop off.