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Nikon 35mm f/3.5 PC-NIKKOR Non AI Nippon Kogaku Japan Manual Focus Lens {52}
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Nikon's 35mm f/3.5 PC-NIKKOR shifts the optical axis for perspective control.
The PC-NIKKOR 35mm f/3.5 is one of the foundational perspective control lenses in Nikon's history, built during the Nippon Kogaku Japan era on the Non-AI F mount. The shift mechanism moves the lens optical axis parallel to the film or sensor plane, letting you correct converging verticals in architecture or expand the visible frame without repositioning the camera body. That capability, combined with a 52mm filter thread and manual focus operation, keeps the shooter in direct, deliberate control of every exposure.
This is a fully manual lens in every sense: aperture, focus, and shift are all set by hand. For disciplines where that measured pace suits the work, it's not a limitation. Architectural and interior photographers will find the perspective correction geometry does exactly what it's supposed to do. Film shooters and those working with adapted setups on modern Nikon bodies gain access to a shift capability that was engineered with precision long before digital correction became a software afterthought. At this focal length, the 35mm view gives enough coverage for building facades and tight interiors without requiring extreme working distances.
Who It's For
Architectural photographers who need to keep vertical lines parallel without tilting the camera will use the shift mechanism constantly. Film photographers shooting on Nikon F-mount bodies get a lens built to the tolerances of the Nippon Kogaku Japan manufacturing era. Analog enthusiasts and collectors working with Non-AI Nikon bodies value this as a functional, genre-specific tool than a novelty. Deliberate studio or product photographers who prefer manual control over every optical variable will find the all-manual operation a natural fit for tripod-based work.
Key Features
- Perspective Control shift mechanism corrects converging verticals without repositioning camera
- 35mm focal length for architectural interiors and building facades
- f/3.5 maximum aperture for manual exposure control
- Fully manual operation: focus, aperture, and shift all hand-set
- Nikon F (Non-AI) mount for film cameras and adapted digital setups
- 52mm filter thread accepts standard circular filters
- Nippon Kogaku Japan manufacture from the pre-Nikon Corporation era
FAQ
- What does a shift mechanism do on this lens?
- The shift mechanism moves the optical axis parallel to the image plane, letting you correct converging verticals in architecture without tilting the camera body or recomposing the frame.
- Is this lens autofocus?
- No. The PC-NIKKOR 35mm f/3.5 is fully manual-aperture, focus, and shift are all set by hand.
- What mount does this lens use?
- Nikon F (Non-AI). It will not mount on modern AF Nikons without an adapter, and will not couple with their metering systems.
- What filters fit this lens?
- 52mm. Standard circular filters thread directly onto the front element.
- Who manufactures this lens?
- Nippon Kogaku Japan. It's from the era before Nikon Corporation took over manufacturing.
- Is this lens suitable for film cameras?
- Yes. Film shooters gain access to a shift capability engineered for precision before digital correction became standard.
- What focal length view does 35mm provide for perspective control work?
- 35mm covers building facades and tight interiors without requiring extreme working distances.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Mount | Nikon F (Non-AI) |
| Filter Thread | 52 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 | 52mm |
| Focus Type | Manual focus (only) |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Coupling Unspecified |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Max Focal Length | 35mm |
| Min Focal Length | 35mm |
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Like New Minus
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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.
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