Nikon Nikkor‑S Auto 55mm f/1.2 Pre‑AI Lens – Near Mint – Fast Classic Prime

DESCRIPTION

Nikon Nikkor‑S Auto 55mm f/1.2 Pre‑AI ultra‑fast standard prime lens presented in Near Mint condition and fully tested and working. This early f/1.2 design is prized for its characterful rendering, shallow depth of field and classic Nikon build quality. A superb example for collectors and users seeking a clean, high‑grade Pre‑AI fast prime.

CONDITION

Overall Condition: Near Mint

• Fully tested and working
• Optics clean with no haze or fungus
• Coatings intact
• Aperture blades clean and responsive
• Focus ring smooth throughout range
• Exterior extremely clean with minimal signs of handling
• Mount clean
• Typical light internal dust only

INCLUDED

• Nikon Nikkor‑S Auto 55mm f/1.2 Pre‑AI lens
• Front lens cap
• Rear lens cap

KEY FEATURES

• Ultra‑fast f/1.2 aperture
• Classic Nikkor‑S optical design
• Pre‑AI Nikon F mount
• Smooth manual focus
• Characterful vintage rendering
• Ideal for portraits, low‑light work and collectors

COMPATIBILITY NOTES

Correct for:

• Nikon F‑mount film bodies supporting Pre‑AI lenses
• Many Nikon digital bodies via manual‑focus use (check Pre‑AI clearance)

Adaptable to mirrorless:

• Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Fuji X, Micro Four Thirds (manual focus and aperture)

COLLECTORS NOTES

The Nikkor‑S Auto 55mm f/1.2 is one of Nikon’s most iconic fast primes, valued for its early optical formula, build quality and distinctive rendering. Near Mint Pre‑AI examples are increasingly scarce and highly desirable among collectors and vintage‑lens users.

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