The Nikon NIKKOR Z DX Micro 35 mm f/1.7 is a fresh addition to Nikon’s DX mirrorless lineup — a bright, compact prime that blends macro detail with everyday versatility. Reviewers praise it as the perfect walk-around lens for creators who want both shallow depth of field and true close-up performance.
Designed for Nikon’s APS-C Z-mount cameras, it offers a 52.5 mm full-frame equivalent field of view — a natural, story-friendly perspective ideal for portraits, lifestyle photography, and product content. What makes it stand out is its micro-capable close focus of 0.16 m, allowing you to capture subjects at near-life-size magnification without switching lenses.
The bright f/1.7 aperture opens creative possibilities in low light, producing smooth background separation and attractive bokeh for both stills and video. Its rounded 9-blade diaphragm keeps that blur circular and pleasing, even when stopped down slightly — great for isolating details like petals, jewellery, or a barista’s latte art.
Inside, the optical construction uses 10 elements in 9 groups, including one aspherical and one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element to maintain sharpness and control chromatic aberration. Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating suppresses flare and ghosting for crisp contrast in high-contrast or backlit scenes.
The stepping motor (STM) autofocus system is smooth and near-silent — ideal for creators filming content or recording audio. Focus breathing is well controlled, giving video shooters consistent framing during focus pulls. The lens also supports full-time manual override for precise macro adjustments.
Physically, the lens is compact and feather-light at just ≈ 155 g, making it a natural match for Nikon’s Z 30, Z 50, and Z fc bodies. The customisable control ring can be set for aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation, streamlining your shooting flow. Its durable polycarbonate shell and weather-resistant sealing around key points make it reliable for everyday outdoor use.
For those stepping beyond a kit zoom, this lens is an instant upgrade — brighter, sharper, and more creative. It’s the kind of prime that can live on your camera full-time, perfect for street, portraits, food photography, and small product detail.
In short, the Z DX Micro 35 mm f/1.7 is Nikon’s way of putting professional-level bokeh and macro precision into a small, affordable form. It’s an everyday storyteller’s dream: intimate, lightweight, and ready for anything.
