Lens · prime
Nikkor 135mm f/2.8 AI-S
Nikon · 1981-2005
Discontinued35mm
Nikkor 135mm f/2.8 AI-S: 5 elements in 4 groups, 7 aperture blades, 1.3m minimum focus, 52mm filter thread, 435g.
- Focal length
- 135mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 5 / 4
Known for
- Portraits
- Events
- Travel telephoto
Considerations
- No ED glass - some CA
- Manual focus and aperture (Ai/Ai-S F-mount)
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)3, level 3 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast4, level 4 of 5
Flare resistance4, level 4 of 5
CA control3, level 3 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Pleasant, slightly busy
Rendering: Classic telephoto rendering
Colour: Neutral
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Focus ring wear
- Aperture blade oil
Buying guide
Check focus smoothness. Check aperture blade operation and focus smoothness, and inspect the glass for haze, fungus or cleaning marks.
Specifications
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Focal Length | 135mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/32 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Min Focus | 1.3m |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Weight | 435g |
Optical design
| Formula | Telephoto |
| Elements | 5 |
| Groups | 4 |
| Coating | NIC (Nikon) |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £100 - £180
- Mint
- ~£250
Indicative, no dated source.