Nikon 55mm f/2.8 AIS Manual Focus Micro Lens

Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Manual Focus Micro Prime Lens
 

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Nikon 55mm f/2.8. Manual Focus Micro Lens
Nikon 55mm AI-S f/2.8. Manual Focus Micro Nikkor Prime Normal Lens Left Front View

The 55mm f/2.8 Micro-Nikkor is an exceptionally versatile prime lens. Its f/2.8 maximum aperture is fast enough to make it useful as a general photography normal lens. That same maximum aperture also improves the user's ability to focus when doing macro applications. It produces an exceptionally sharp and clean looking image, at all apertures, from f/2.8 to f/32.

Nikon 55mm AI-S f/2.8. Manual Focus Lens Main
Nikon 55mm AI-S f/2.8. Manual Focus Micro Nikkor Prime Normal Lens Main Top Angle View

This Micro lens focuses to a ratio of 1:2 in standard form. This means the lens can represent an item on the film at exactly 1/2 its actual size. It is possible to increase this to 1:1 (life-size) with the optional PK-13 extension tube. Greater magnifications are possible by using the 55mm f/2.8 Micro-Nikkor on a bellows focusing assembly.

Nikon 55mm AI-S f/2.8. Manual Focus Lens Side

Nikon 55mm AI-S f/2.8. Manual Focus Micro Nikkor Prime Normal Side Profile View

This is a well-made, lightweight lens that produces professional quality images. It accepts 52mm filters and Nikon's HN-3 lens hood. The hood is only necessary when using filters because the front element is deeply recessed and quite shaded as is.

Nikon 55mm AI-S f/2.8. Manual Focus Mount
Nikon 55mm AI-S f/2.8. Manual Focus Micro Nikkor Prime Normal Lens Mount View

Lens Chart for Nikon Cameras without built-in Motor: D40/D40x, D60, D3000, D3100, D5000
Invasive
Fisheyes
Pre-AI
Modes
AI Converted***
Exposure Modes
AI, AI-s***
Exposure Modes
AF, AF-D screw
Exposure Modes
AF-S, AF-I
Exposure Modes
VR* G**
Exposure Modes
No
Breaks
Mirror
Yes
No Meter

Manual
Yes
No Meter

Manual
Yes
No Meter

Manual
AF: No
Program,
Shutter,
Aperture, Manual
AF: Yes
Program,
Shutter,
Aperture, Manual
AF: Yes

VR
AF: Yes
Program,
Shutter,
Aperture, Manual
Features

• Versatile lens for macro photography.

• Close-up to approx. 0.9 ft (1:2 reproduction ratio).

AI-S - The descendant of AI, AI-S lenses added a pair of mechanical features necessary for both automatic and semi-automatic exposure functions of the Nikon F4, F501/N2020, F301/N2000 and FA camera

CRC - Close-Range Correction is another Nikon extremely significant focusing break-through, as it allows advanced image perfection at close focusing range and expands the focusing distance.

Micro-Nikkor
A lens modified for shooting close-ups which encompasses a some sort of focusing mount to expand to 1:2 (for manual focus) or 1:1 (for autofocus) reproduction ratio.

• Note: Available through special order only against confirmed and non-cancelable orders. Allow 60 to 120 days for delivery. Subject to limited availability.

Specifications

Overview
Lens stylePrime
Max Format Size 35mm  
Lens focal length55mm  
Stabilization type No
Camera mount Nikon F
Angle of view 43  
Aperture
Largest aperture opening f/2.8
Smallest aperture opening f/32  
Includes aperture ring Yes  
Total diaphragm blades Seven-bladed diaphragm stopping down to f/32
Optics
Total Elements 6  
Number of Groups 5  
Coatings / special elements    
Focusing
Minimum focus distance 9 ft  
Autofocus type No
Full time manual focus Yes  
Focusing method Close range correction (CRC).  
Lens distance scale Yes  
Depth of field scale Yes  
Physical
Overall weight(.7g)  
Lens diameter 2.5in  
Overall length 2.8in  
Construction materials Metal  
class="label">Lens ColorBlack  
Zooming method N/A  
Filter thread size  52mm  
Lens hood included HN-3  

 

Lens Includes

• 52mm front lens cap
• Rear lens cap

*Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.

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