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

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!

This is a great prime lens for portrait and close up photographs. I was pleased with the bokeh this lens delivered.

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.

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.

I really love this lens! I took a couple photos to see how it looked and the pictures are so clear. Love it! Excited to use it at my shoot this weekend!

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 my 35mm as my everyday lens currently on my D90! I absolutely Love this lens!! Especially with a 16 month old running around! It's easy for me to capture quick shots of him. This lens is very durable also. It's been hit before (by accident) and it didn't affect it at all! Thank goodness!! I highly recommend this camera! Cheers!