{"product_id":"nikon-ai-s-nikkor-35mm","title":"Nikon AI-S Nikon Nikkor 35mm f2.8 AI-S Manual Focus Prime Lens F Mount Tested","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  body {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #222;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 20px auto;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n  }\n  h1 {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #333;\n    padding-bottom: 4px;\n    margin-top: 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  h2 {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    margin-top: 18px;\n    margin-bottom: 8px;\n  }\n  p {\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  ul {\n    margin-top: 4px;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n    padding-left: 20px;\n  }\n  li {\n    margin-bottom: 4px;\n  }\n  hr {\n    border: none;\n    border-top: 1px solid #ccc;\n    margin: 24px 0;\n  }\n  .valuation-list {\n    list-style-type: square;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nikon Nikkor 35mm f\/2.8 AI-S is a classic wide-angle manual focus prime lens designed for Nikon 35mm film SLRs and compatible F-mount digital cameras. Featuring an all-metal construction, rubberised focus grip, integrated meter coupling ridge (AI), and meter coupling shoe (rabbit ears) for compatibility with both vintage non-AI and AI-era bodies. Delivers sharp optical resolution, natural color rendition, and low distortion across street, landscape, and reportage photography. Serial number 535546. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically in very good pre-owned vintage condition showing light handling wear and minor edge rubbing on the outer black metal barrel. Front glass element shows minor surface marks, with rear glass exhibiting faint cleaning marks\/hairlines under bright light inspection; glass remains free from fungus or heavy haze. Manual focus ring turns smoothly and evenly across the distance range. Aperture ring clicks positively into all stops, and internal iris blades are clean and snappy. Metal Nikon F bayonet mount is solid and clean. Serial number 535546. Fully tested and operational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNikon Nikkor 35mm f\/2.8 AI Manual Focus Lens (Serial No. 535546)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile 35mm wide-angle focal length ideal for street, documentary, and daily photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate f\/2.8 maximum aperture balancing optical performance with a compact profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto Indexing (AI) coupling for full aperture metering on modern and classic Nikon bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated meter coupling shoe (\"rabbit ears\") for compatibility with non-AI photomic finders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable all-metal barrel construction with rubber focus ring grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNikon F bayonet mount compatible with film and FX\/DX digital cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 35mm f\/2.8 Nikkor in AI format represents classic Japanese optical engineering. Renowned for its compact size, robust build quality, and straightforward mechanical design, it is a favourite prime choice for vintage film enthusiasts shooting on Nikon FE, FM, F2, or F3 bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeywords\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikon 35mm f2.8 AI, Nikkor 35mm f2.8, Nikon AI Prime Lens, Manual Focus 35mm, Vintage Nikkor Lens, Nikon F Mount Prime, Tested Nikkor 35mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56211730399574,"sku":null,"price":59.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP4058_37a2e5e9-b96f-4c24-be59-edde22a08e4d.jpg?v=1793014240","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/nikon-ai-s-nikkor-35mm","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}