Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX lens vs Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM Lens

Overall winner: Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX lens

Key Differences

Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM (A) is significantly more compact and sits at a more affordable price point with praise for sharp images, while Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX (B) offers faster, more accurate autofocus and better low-light performance on DX bodies. Choose A if you want a lightweight, value-oriented wide-angle for Canon EF-S systems; choose B if you need stronger low-light capability and quicker AF on Nikon DX cameras

Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX lens

Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX lens

Nikon • ★ 4.2/5 • Premium

Compact prime for Nikon DX DSLRs with fast f/1.8 aperture for low-light and shallow depth of field. Users note strong image clarity and smooth autofocus in varied conditions

Pros

  • fast fixed-aperture performance
  • bright for low light
  • good image clarity
  • smooth autofocus

Cons

  • designed for DX-format cameras
  • may perform differently on FX bodies
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Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM Lens

Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM Lens

Canon • ★ 4.3/5 • Premium

Compact wide-angle lens for Canon APS-C cameras with 24mm focal length and f/2.8. Delivers sharp images with soft backgrounds; praised for portability and lightweight design

Pros

  • compact and lightweight
  • sharp image quality
  • wide-angle for APS-C
  • smooth circular bokeh

Cons

  • occasional slow autofocus
  • some users report slower performance
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Head-to-Head

CriteriaWinner
Price Canon
Durability Tie
Versatility Nikon
User Reviews Canon