tilt-shift35mmdiscontinued
PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5
Nikon · 1981-2006
A perspective control lens for architecture and product photography. 11mm shift corrects converging verticals. No tilt function - shift only. Manual aperture requires stop-down metering.
Known for
- Architecture
- Interiors
- Product photography
- Perspective correction
Considerations
- Shift only - no tilt
- Manual aperture
- Vignetting at extreme shift
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance4/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control3/5
Bokeh: Not typically relevant for PC use
Rendering: Sharp across the image circle
Color: Neutral
Common Issues
- Shift mechanism wear
- Detent loosening
Buying Guide
Check the shift mechanism moves smoothly with proper resistance. The detents at 0, 90, and 180 degrees should click positively. A specialist tool that requires practice.
Specifications
MountNikon F
Focal Length28mm
Max Aperturef/3.5
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades7
Min Focus0.3m
Filter Size72mm
Weight400g
Optical Design
FormulaRetrofocus
Elements9
Groups8
CoatingNIC (Nikon)
Pricing
£500 - £750
Typical used price
Mint: ~£900
Architecture demand keeps prices firm
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RFNikon Z
Compatible Cameras
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