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Nikon 135mm f/3.5 Nikkor-Q Nippon Kogaku Japan Lens for Bronica EC, S2 System {67}

Model #341964
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Nippon Kogaku's 135mm f/3.5 Nikkor-Q built for Bronica medium format

The Nikkor-Q 135mm f/3.5 is a medium format prime made by Nippon Kogaku Japan for the Bronica EC and S2 systems. Nikon's involvement in the Bronica lens lineup brought their optical engineering to a camera system that earned a serious following among working photographers, and this 135mm sits in an useful focal length range for portrait and documentary work on medium format. The 67mm filter thread accepts widely available accessories without hunting for proprietary sizes.

The Nikkor-Q optical design carries Nikon's name on a lens built specifically for this mount, not an adapted or rehoused design. For photographers already shooting the Bronica EC or S2, this is a native-mount option that pairs the format's inherent image quality with a focal length that keeps useful subject separation at moderate distances. Finding quality glass for vintage medium format systems takes patience, this lens offers a known optical pedigree from a manufacturer whose standards were consistent across formats.

Who It's For

Portrait photographers shooting on Bronica EC or S2 bodies get a native-mount 135mm prime at f/3.5, giving enough subject separation for classic medium format portraits without the bulk of longer telephoto options. Documentary and editorial shooters working with the Bronica system will find 135mm a practical working distance for environmental subjects. Film photographers building out a Bronica EC or S2 kit benefit from the native compatibility and Nippon Kogaku manufacture, which signals consistent optical quality. The 67mm filter thread also makes polarizer and ND use straightforward.

Key Features

  • 135mm fixed focal length for Bronica EC and S2 mount
  • f/3.5 maximum aperture for medium format work
  • Nikkor-Q optical design by Nippon Kogaku Japan
  • 67mm filter thread for standard accessories
  • Native mount lens, not adapted or converted
  • Medium format prime for portrait and documentary use

FAQ

What mount does this Nikkor-Q 135mm use?
Bronica EC and S2 - it's a native mount lens built by Nippon Kogaku Japan specifically for those systems, not an adapter or conversion.
What filter size does this lens take?
67mm, a standard thread size that keeps you from hunting for proprietary accessories.
Is this a Nikon lens or a Bronica lens?
Both. Nippon Kogaku Japan (Nikon's parent company) manufactured it under the Nikkor brand for the Bronica system. It carries Nikon's optical engineering but was built to Bronica's mount specification.
What focal length is this in 35mm equivalent?
That depends on your Bronica format. On 6x6, it's a short telephoto; on 6x4.5, it's longer relative to the frame. The actual focal length is 135mm - no crop factor applies to medium format the way it does to digital.
Why would I choose a 135mm for medium format?
Portrait and documentary work benefit from the subject separation at moderate distances, and the focal length sits in a sweet spot for working distance on set without requiring you to step back too far.
How do I know this is the original Nikon version and not a copy?
Look for the Nippon Kogaku Japan and Nikkor markings on the barrel. The Q designation and the manufacturing quality are consistent with Nikon's standards from that era.
SpecificationValue
Focal Length135mm
Max Aperturef/3.5
MountBronica EC/S2
Filter Thread67 mm

This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.

Brand Name Nikon
Filter Size 67mm
Focus Type Manual focus (only)
Lens Mount Bronica Lens Element
Lens Type Telephoto / Long
Max Focal Length 135mm
Min Focal Length 135mm