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Nikon 135mm f/5.6 EL-Nikkor Enlarging Lens, Black/Chrome (39mm Mount)
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EL-Nikkor 135mm f/5.6 enlarging lens for darkroom precision
The EL-Nikkor 135mm f/5.6 is a dedicated enlarging lens built for darkroom use, threaded to the 39mm screw mount standard used by enlargers from Nikon and many other manufacturers. At 135mm, it sits in the range suited to larger negative formats, where coverage and corner consistency across the printing plane matter more than speed. The f/5.6 maximum aperture is standard for a lens of this focal length and format class, and the black and chrome finish reflects Nikon's optical division lineage.
Photographers who still work in wet darkrooms know that the quality of the enlarging lens determines how much of the negative's information actually reaches the paper. The EL-Nikkor line has a long track record in professional and fine-art darkrooms, and the 135mm focal length covers medium and large format negatives with the coverage geometry those sizes require. For anyone doing serious fiber-based printing or exhibition work, starting with a proven Nikon enlarging optic is the sensible baseline.
Who It's For
Darkroom printers working with medium or large format negatives will find the 135mm focal length appropriate for the coverage those negative sizes demand when paired with a M39-mount enlarger. Fine-art photographers making fiber-based exhibition prints benefit from a dedicated enlarging optic than an adapted camera lens, since enlarging lenses are corrected for the close-conjugate distances involved. Photographers converting an enlarger to a process camera or copy stand setup can also use the M39 mount with appropriate adapters for that kind of controlled flat-field work.
Key Features
- 135mm focal length for medium and large format negative coverage
- f/5.6 maximum aperture standard for format class
- 39mm screw mount (M39) compatible with Nikon and standard enlargers
- Black and chrome finish
- Dedicated enlarging optic for darkroom precision
- EL-Nikkor optical lineage
FAQ
- What mount does this enlarging lens use?
- 39mm screw mount (M39), the standard enlarger mount used by Nikon and most other enlarger manufacturers.
- Is the EL-Nikkor 135mm suitable for medium format negatives?
- Yes. The 135mm focal length is designed to cover medium and large format negatives with proper coverage geometry for printing.
- What aperture does this lens stop to?
- f/5.6 maximum aperture, standard for a 135mm enlarging lens in this format class.
- Can I use this lens on a digital camera or SLR?
- No. This is a dedicated enlarging lens for darkroom use only, not adapted for camera bodies.
- Why choose an EL-Nikkor for darkroom work?
- The EL-Nikkor line has a long track record in professional and fine-art darkrooms. Enlarging lens quality directly determines how much negative detail reaches the print.
- What finish does this lens have?
- Black and chrome finish, reflecting Nikon's optical division heritage.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 135mm |
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 |
| Mount | 39mm Enlarger Mount (M39) |
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 |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | Manual focus (only) |
| Lens Mount | Board mount M39 |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal |
| Max Focal Length | 135mm |
| Min Focal Length | 135mm |
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- New
- New in box complete with manufacturer's USA warranty. Not previously owned or used.
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- Essentially new with no signs of use. “Open box.” In manufacturer's packaging with original accessories and instructions. 180-day warranty.
- As Is
- Non-functional or damaged. Equipment will not work. Usable for parts. Not covered under KEH warranty and non-returnable.
Like New Minus
Like New Minus
Barely used with virtually no traces of wear. Only the closest inspections will reveal slight use. Lens glass could contain light dust or debris. Excellent picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
Excellent Plus
Excellent Plus
Lightly used with limited signs of wear. Exceptionally nice but may have slight wear on finish visible. Lens glass could contain light dust or debris. Excellent picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
Excellent
Excellent
Noticeably used with average signs of wear. Shows moderate wear for the age of the item, with the possibility of blemishes and/or minimal dings. Lens glass may have average dust and zoom/focus ring tension may have slight looseness or tightness overall, but will not affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
Bargain
Bargain
Frequently used with above-average wear. May have dents, dings, or finish loss. Lens glass may have small scratches, dust, and blemishes, and zoom/focus ring tension may have moderate looseness or tightness overall, but should not affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. 180-day warranty.
Ugly
Ugly
Heavily used with extensive visible wear. Equipment is rough, with multiple impressions in the finish, excessive finish loss and brassing. Glass will have marks, fungus and/or heavy/cloudy haze which could affect picture quality. Accessories usually not included, unless noted in listing. Not covered under KEH warranty.
