(refurb) Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX DSLR Lens $135 + free s/h at Adorama

z4m

Apr 12, 2022 12:05 AM

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z4mApr 12, 2022 12:05 AM

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I can speak to the lens itself. It's fast and sharp. It's my go-to. Nifty-fifty, if you will as I use it with a crop sensor factor of 1.5X.

I got a brand new for $175 from B&H photo. They were running a promo with Amex at the time so it was even cheaper.

If you can't wait, this is a good deal.

OP: Copy the rest from this FP deal. They're $10 cheaper https://slickdeals.net/f/15379423-camera-lenses-nikon-35mm-f-1-8g-af-s-dx-nikkor-dslr-camera-lens-refurbished-155-more-free-s-h

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sinkingfeeling

Apr 12, 2022 1:26 AM

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sinkingfeelingApr 12, 2022 1:26 AM

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Oh man, I've been waiting on getting the 35 for a long time. This is a really good price even for refurb. I'd jump on it if I can just stop taking photos on my phone and use one with that sweet bokeh. Oh wait, my phone can do that digitally...

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UK7

Apr 12, 2022 10:52 AM

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UK7Apr 12, 2022 10:52 AM

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How would this lens fare for landscape/portrait shots? Taking a trip soon and have only used 18-55 & a 70-200, but want to up my photos with the lower aperture.
Also, is there any nice guide/video series any of you have used to get better at taking photos with a DSLR? I've been taking photos for a few years now but I wouldn't say I'm confident in my shots. Would appreciate it, thanks!

flyinghappycow

Apr 12, 2022 11:52 AM

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flyinghappycowApr 12, 2022 11:52 AM

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Quote from UK7

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How would this lens fare for landscape/portrait shots? Taking a trip soon and have only used 18-55 & a 70-200, but want to up my photos with the lower aperture.
Also, is there any nice guide/video series any of you have used to get better at taking photos with a DSLR? I've been taking photos for a few years now but I wouldn't say I'm confident in my shots. Would appreciate it, thanks!

Portraits absolutely. Landscapes i think your 18-55 would be better. If you have a DX Nikon and want a "nifty fifty" this is it. I think everyone should have one since it's affordable and capable in low light situations.

Futility

Apr 12, 2022 3:46 PM

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FutilityApr 12, 2022 3:46 PM

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This is a DX lens. When used on DX (crop sensor) camera, the 1.5 multiplier still applies so it becomes effectively a ~52mm lens.

Last edited by Futility April 14, 2022 at 08:39 AM.

francois

Apr 12, 2022 7:33 PM

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francoisApr 12, 2022 7:33 PM

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I got one of these for my wife's D7100 (DX camera) many years ago. She prefers using the zoom though.

35 mm on DX has about the same field of view as a 50 mm on FX sensor, which is commonly used as the standard prime lens, close to normal (not wide, not tele)
I use a 30 years old 50mm 1.4 AF-D on my FX camera.(geared auto focus, no in lens motor)

One can also look at the Yongnuo lenses that I found offers good value.

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Kudasai

Apr 13, 2022 12:57 AM

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KudasaiApr 13, 2022 12:57 AM

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Quote from sinkingfeeling

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Oh man, I've been waiting on getting the 35 for a long time. This is a really good price even for refurb. I'd jump on it if I can just stop taking photos on my phone and use one with that sweet bokeh. Oh wait, my phone can do that digitally...

You think digital bokeh looks good? Hahahahahahahahahaha

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z4m

Apr 14, 2022 12:17 AM

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z4mApr 14, 2022 12:17 AM

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Quote from Futility

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This is a DX lens. When you use it on crop sensor camera it will remain a 35mm lens.

If you want a "Nifty Fifty" on a crop camera, you need to buy the FX version of this lens:

35mm f/1.8G AF-S FX

This is what the product description says:

AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G lens, is the first fixed focal length, fast-aperture DX-format lens that affords photographers superb image quality along with the creative possibilities and versatility of the classic 50mm focal length (FX-format equivalent of 52mm).

Futility

Apr 14, 2022 3:36 PM

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FutilityApr 14, 2022 3:36 PM

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Quote from z4m

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This is what the product description says:

AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G lens, is the first fixed focal length, fast-aperture DX-format lens that affords photographers superb image quality along with the creative possibilities and versatility of the classic 50mm focal length (FX-format equivalent of 52mm).

Upon further research I stand corrected. DX sensor crop multiplier of 1.5 still applies even to DX lenses. I was wrong. Will delete or edit my post accordingly.

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dkf295

Apr 14, 2022 4:43 PM

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dkf295Apr 14, 2022 4:43 PM

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Quote from UK7

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How would this lens fare for landscape/portrait shots? Taking a trip soon and have only used 18-55 & a 70-200, but want to up my photos with the lower aperture.
Also, is there any nice guide/video series any of you have used to get better at taking photos with a DSLR? I've been taking photos for a few years now but I wouldn't say I'm confident in my shots. Would appreciate it, thanks!

It's a fantastic portrait lens, pretty much the best you're going to find anywhere close to that price point and great in low light since it's such a fast lens at 1.8.

Landscape, no. The 18-55 is going to be better, the lower the focal length the better. Here's a decent basic article. https://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn...ength.html

If you're looking for a good all-purpose lens that can do landscapes, portraits, as well as some light telephoto work I'd recommend this bad boy. I pretty much just take that lens and my macro lens when I'm hiking, and MAYBE my 70-300mm lens (although it's a crappy kit lens): https://www.nikonusa.com/en/Nikon...ED-VR.html. Then again if your 18-55mm lens is the F3.5 you're probably already covered there.

Last edited by dkf295 April 14, 2022 at 09:45 AM.

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