Lens · tilt-shift
PC-Nikkor 35mm f/2.8
Nikon · 1968-1999
Nikon perspective control (shift) lens, made in successive versions from 1968 to 1999. 11mm shift for converging vertical correction, 52mm filter thread. PC-Nikkor 35mm f/2.8: 7 elements in 7 groups, 9 aperture blades, 0.3m minimum focus, 320g.
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 7 / 7
Known for
- Architecture
- Product photography
- Interiors
- Perspective correction
Considerations
- Shift only - no tilt
- Manual aperture
- Vignetting at extreme shift
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Bokeh: Not typically relevant for PC use
Rendering: Sharp, good correction across image circle
Colour: Neutral
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Versions
Original PC-Nikkor
1968-1975
Non-AI, 8 elements in 7 groups
Requires AI conversion for AI-only bodies
K / AI
1975-1980
8 elements in 7 groups
Same optics as original
AI-S type (new optics)
1980-1999
7 elements in 7 groups
Final version
One of Nikon's longest-running designs. 11mm shift capability. Compact and uses standard 52mm filters. Manual aperture.
Common issues
- Shift mechanism wear
- Non-AI versions need conversion
Buying guide
Ensure AI coupling if buying for modern bodies. Check shift mechanism smoothness. The compact size and 52mm filter thread are advantages over the 28mm PC.
Specifications
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/32 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Min Focus | 0.3m |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Weight | 320g |
Optical design
| Formula | Retrofocus |
| Elements | 7 |
| Groups | 7 |
| Coating | NIC (Nikon) |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £300 - £450
- Mint
- ~£550
Indicative, no dated source.