Nikon Pre-Owned Nikkor-P 105mm f/2.5 non-Ai Portrait Lens

Own a Piece of Photographic History (same model as) There are many lenses, but there is only one 105mm f/2.5 Nikkor. Known worldwide as the lens used by Steve McCurry to capture the "Afghan Girl" for National Geographic, this focal length is widely considered the "Gold Standard" for portraiture. The Nikkor-P (Pre-Ai) version is the classic incarnation of this legend. Built with all-metal construction and featuring the famous scalloped focus ring, this lens doesn't just take photos—it provides a tactile, mechanical experience that modern plastic lenses simply cannot replicate. Key Features The "Portrait" Focal Length: 105mm provides the perfect amount of compression and subject-to-background separation, flattering every face. f/2.5 Maximum Aperture: Striking the perfect balance between size and speed. It produces a buttery, "creamy" bokeh that melts away busy backgrounds. Legendary Sharpness: Even wide open, this lens is renowned for its biting center sharpness while maintaining a gentle, natural rendering of skin tones. Built Like a Tank: No motors, no plastic, no compromises. This is heavy-duty Japanese engineering designed to last another 50 years. Vintage Character: The Nikkor-P coatings provide a classic look with beautiful micro-contrast and a resistance to flare that gives your images a timeless "soul." This Lens is Non-Ai: This lens should only be mounted to Nikon cameras that allow for non-Ai Lenses or adapted to mirrorless cameras where the adapter allows for non-Ai lenses. Technical Specifications Feature Details Focal Length 105mm Aperture Range f/2.5 – f/32 Lens Mount Nikon F (Non-Ai) Optics 5 elements in 4 groups (Xenotar design) Filter Thread 52mm Focus Manual Only