An update to a classic wide-angle prime, the Nikon F mount Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Nikon F Lensfrom Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Nikon F Lenspairs the versatile focal length with a sophisticated optical layout and VC image stabilization for enhanced image quality. One Low Dispersion element, one eXtra Low Dispersion element, and two aspherical elements help to control a variety of aberrations and distortions for consistent and even illumination and sharpness, as well as reduced color fringing, and eBAND and BBAR coatings work to suppress flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color fidelity.

Complementing the imaging capabilities, this 35mm f/1.8 lens is also characterized by a ring-type USD motor, which provides quick, quiet autofocus performance with full-time manual focus capabilities. An inner focusing design and Floating System are also used, and aid in achieving a minimum focusing distance of 7.9" with a maximum magnification of 1:2.5. The lens' construction is also notable in its inclusion of various seals to protect against moisture, as well as a fluorine-coated front element to guard against fingerprints, smudging, and water.

Nikon F Mount/FX Format    Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16    One LD, One XLD, Two Aspherical Elements    eBAND and BBAR Coatings    Fluorine Coating on Front Element    USD AF Motor, Full-Time Manual Focus    VC Image Stabilization    Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm    Moisture-Resistant Construction    Includes SILKYPIX Developer Studio

A wide-angle prime, this 35mm lens is designed for FX format Nikon F mount DSLRs, and is also compatible with DX models where it will provide a 52.5mm equivalent focal length.

Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions and also avails selective focus control.

One LD (Low Dispersion) element helps to minimize chromatic aberrations in order to achieve greater clarity with reduced color fringing.

Two aspherical elements correct for spherical and comatic aberrations, as well as distortion, for consistent edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination throughout the aperture range, as well as a reduction of sagittal comatic flare.

eBAND (Extended Bandwidth & Angular-Dependency) and BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) coatings have been applied to lens elements to reduce surface reflections and prevent lens flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color accuracy.

VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization is incorporated into the lens' design to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting in low-light conditions.

Ring-type USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) motor is employed for fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance that benefits both stills and video recording. This motor also enables full-time manual focus control without having to shift into a dedicated MF mode.

A Floating System is employed that moves a single group of elements to control focus in order to provide faster AF response as well as a minimum focusing distance of 7.9" and maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.5 for enhanced close-up shooting.

Moisture-resistant construction incorporates seals around the lens mount and other areas to benefit working in inclement conditions. Additionally, a fluorine coating has been applied to the front lens element to repel water, fingerprints, and smudges for easier cleaning of the lens surface.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm produces a pleasing out-of-focus quality when working with shallow depth of field techniques.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. is the lens made in Japan?

A: Yes , designed and made in Japan

Q: 2. Has anyone sent this to Tamron to calibrate/improve autofocus performance? What was the result?

A: No I havent bit I did buy the TAP in console and am very happy with the autofocus accuracy not that the lens is calibrated to my camera. Im using a Nikon D810 and have both the 35mm and the 85mm lenses and both are working great. Sharpness is outstanding with the 85mm and the 35mm isnt quite as sharp but still very good. The autofocus speed is good but not great but Im not doung any action sports photography either.

Q: 3. Will AF work with Sony a7r2+LA-EA3 when set video mode ?

A: Technically it should autofocus. The lens is a new release and it has not been tested from what I see by Tamron or Sony with that adapter.

Q: 4. Sorry for the unrelated question, but should I get an ND filter or a polarizer for this lens? I am mostly into filmmaking but occasionally take photos. Thanks!

A: An ND filter acts like sunglasses for the camera. It allows you to use a wider aperture in bright light. Many times ND is used in film making if you want to use a wide 1.8 aperture during the day. Since you need to keep the shutter speed constant in filmmaking you need the ND filter to balance out the exposure during the day and keep the aperture at 1.8. ND filter will also allow you to slow down the shutter speed to take photos and show movement of water hitting rocks in a coast line or clouds moving overhead. A polarizer is used to reduce reflections from water, glass, metal, leaves, grass.

Q: 5. Will this work with a canon 5D mark iii?

A: Since my 7D Mk II is a cop factor lens, I had to look it up. Two sources said it's a full-frame compatible lens, although I didn't see anything about it on Tamron's page, but I just glanced. You 5D Mk III is a full-frame camera. I really like this lens. It's been on my camera almost all the time since I got it. Love the macro capability.

Q: 6. Anyone use the software for these lenses? Tamron TAP-in Console for Nikon F Lenses

A: If you have specific questions about the Tamron TAP-in Console I would suggest contacting our Photo Department directly through email. AskPhoto@bhphoto.com

Q: 7. will this work for Nikon d750?

A: Yes, this lens works great with the d750

Q: 8. Is this lens compatible with the Nikon d7000?

A: Yes the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon F is compatible with the Nikon D7000 camera.

Q: 9. will it work on a canon 7d ?

A: Yes. But you won't get the full 35mm viewing range. It will resemble 50mm.

Q: 10. Anyone using this lens on a Sony Alpha with an adapter? Any thoughts?

A: Does not work on A7s, Fs5's or A7Rii. The aperture can't be controlled and VC is disabled.