Nikon - AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Standard Lens - Black

I took the photo below with this lens. Actually this image was made from 53, 5 sec shots taken with this lens on a Nikon D5100 at 3200 ISO and then stacked using registax6. This was from a fixed tripod (no tracking) and likely could be better if I had used any kind of focus aids like a bahtinov mask. Overall I am pretty pleased. Oh, this was the night after I got the lens and the first thing I ever shot with it.

This lens is super smooth. The f/1.8 makes a really nice and creamy Bokeh. The lens is really fast, and will really take your photography skills to the next level. I originally bought this lens by itself, and returned it once I found out that they're selling it in a kit with the 85mm macro. It's weird because the first one I had made a lot of noise anytime I focused in on my subject while taking a picture, but the new one I received in my kit hasn't made any noise at all. My recommendation is to buy this in the kit. This is a great all purpose lens, but I love using it for portraits, since it creates a beautiful blurry background. It's well worth the money, and its definitely a lens that every photographer (both new and old) should have in their bag!

I love this lens. It’s not as close as the 50 but able to get a wider shot which is good for small events

This is quite possibly one of the if not THE best lenses you can buy for your low range Nikons (like your D40's), and even for the semi-pro and pro D series, it is still awesome (there are better non internal motor primes for those like the 50mm AF 1.4) But seriously, for $200, you can not buy a better lens period. These have now become harder to find and the prices will be going up (most places they have) if your lucky enough to actually find one at a BB for $200, BUY IT NOW. Sharpness: Awesome Bokeh: For its price, ok, but much better out there Ease of use: Seriously? Value: People will end up paying twice as much for this in the future.

I wanted a fixed lens strictly portraits and low lighting situations for a reasonable price. after doing my research and reading reviews I chose this one. I am very pleased with my decision. I attached pictures so you can judge for yourself. I have a Nikon D90 that i’ve Been using for 10 years.

I had previously bought and frequently used the NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G lens and was in love with it. The bokeh and clarity are what you expect of a much more expensive lens. But I found that I was having trouble when taking candid snapshots indoors. If you are in a small or crowded room, It's hard to get your shot just right with a 50mm lens. That's when I did my research and found the 35mm f/1.8G. After reading many reviews and looking at numerous sample photos taken with this outstanding little lens, I decided to pay the cheap price of $199.99 and try it for myself. I was not let down! Whether you are a pro or a beginner, this is an easy to use and good quality lens. It is light, and doesn't take up much room in a bag at all. I am looking forward to trying it in a low lit situation as so many people have raved about. You will not be disappointed with this purchase.

I use this lens to do landscape and group photos. Works like a charm. Great to have in your tool box of lens.

Would give the lens 5 stars, but when shooting astrophotography taking the camera out of autofocus, the lens loses focus. I had to tape the focus in place.