Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D vs Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC - Monture Nikon
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
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| Specification | Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D | Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC - Monture Nikon |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | nikon-f | nikon-f |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 85 mm | 35 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Prime | Yes | Yes |
| Stabilization | No | No |
Verdict
Pick the Nikon 85mm f/1.8D if you need a tighter portrait field of view and slightly smoother background separation at f/1.8. Choose the Samyang 35mm f/1.4 if you prefer a wider, more versatile focal length for street, environmental portraits, or low-light scenes—and can accept a half-stop brighter maximum aperture for roughly the same budget. Neither lens changes focal length, so the decision hinges solely on the 85 mm vs. 35 mm framing you need.