Which Nikon 35mm lens has the best image quality?

Courtney B
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Shopper conversation with Courtney B on June 14, 2016

Courtney B
Hi! How are you? I noticed that you were looking at the Nikon 35mm f/1.8G?
Did you have some questions about this lens tonight?
How prime is this lens? I have the Nikon 85mm, 254 to 70 and 70 to 200 2.8 lenses. How does his lens compare in quality?
Courtney B
Any lens that is a fixed focal length is considered a prime lens. Prime just means that it's not a zoom lens
But the image quality of this lens is extremely nice!
It's very sharp and focuses well in low light situations
Does Nikon make a better quality 35mm lens? If so what is it.
Courtney B
Yes, they do
Let me bring it up
The Nikon 35mm f/1.4G lens is their highest quality 35mm lens
Yes this would be faster at 1.8 however is it worth the money in difference of lens quality?
Courtney B
The lens itself is a lot more durable as well.
But the f/1.8 is a tremendous value if it fits better within your budget
I enjoy street photography would I be extremely pleased with the 1.8. I am not a professional just a extreme enthusist
Courtney B
Absolutely understandable! :-)
That's the reason why Nikon came out with so many different options! The f/1.8 is perfect for an enthusiast that wants a high quality lens without spending the money on a pro lens
So I promise that you're getting a high quality lens from the f/1.8 version
Would you be interested in a Sigma lens?
They make a 35mm f/1.4 ART lens that is excellent as well
And not too far from the price of the Nikon 35mm f/1.8G
I have a couple of Sigma lenses. Send me info.
Courtney B
Ok!
Is the only difference between the 1.4 and 1.8 is speed or are their other diffencences?
Courtney B
The speed is one huge difference. But the f/1.4 lenses are also slightly sharper. And the lenses are also more durable
Do you have any other questions? Or is there anything else I can help you with? I'm happy to help if there is!