Nikon Pre-Owned Nippon Kogaku Nikkor-N 35mm f/1.4 Non-Ai Prime Lens

Before the era of clinical, plastic lenses, there was the Nippon Kogaku Nikkor-N 35mm f/1.4. This isn't just a lens; it is a piece of optical history. As Nikon’s first foray into ultra-fast wide-angle glass, the Nikkor-N is world-renowned for its heavy-duty build, tactile precision, and a "glow" that modern lenses simply cannot replicate. Whether you are a film purist shooting on a Nikon F or F2, or a digital filmmaker looking for a cinematic, vintage aesthetic on a mirrorless body, this lens delivers a soulfulness to your images that is unmistakable. Key Features: The f/1.4 Advantage: One of the fastest wide-angle lenses of its era. Achieve incredible shallow depth-of-field and stunning low-light performance. "Nippon Kogaku" Branding: Highly sought-after by collectors, this early-era branding signifies the pinnacle of Japanese optical craftsmanship. The "N" Factor: The "N" stands for Novem (nine), representing the 9-element optical formula designed to correct aberrations while maintaining beautiful, swirly bokeh. All-Metal Construction: Built like a tank. The scalloped metal focus ring provides a tactile experience that makes manual focusing a dream. Signature Rendering: Wide open, it offers a soft, dreamlike "glow" and unique flare characteristics. Stepped down to f/2.8 or f/4, it becomes remarkably sharp with high micro-contrast. Specifications: Focal Length: 35mm (The perfect "walk-around" focal length) Aperture Range: f/1.4 – f/16 Mount: Nikon F-Mount (Non-Ai) Optics: 9 elements in 7 groups Filter Size: 52mm