Lens · prime
Nikkor 35mm f/2 AI-S
Nikon · 1981-2005
Discontinued35mm
Nikkor 35mm f/2 AI-S: 8 elements in 6 groups, 7 aperture blades, 0.3m minimum focus, 52mm filter thread, 280g.
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Max aperture
- f/2
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 8 / 6
Known for
- Street photography
- Documentary
- Environmental portraits
- Travel
Considerations
- Soft corners wide open
- Some barrel distortion
- Flare prone without hood
- 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 resistance3, level 3 of 5
CA control3, level 3 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control3, level 3 of 5
Bokeh: Smooth, pleasant
Rendering: Classic wide-angle character
Colour: Neutral
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Front element scratches
- Focus helicoid wear
Buying guide
Check for smooth focus and clean glass. The close focus distance is a key feature - test it works smoothly.
Specifications
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Min Focus | 0.3m |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Weight | 280g |
Optical design
| Formula | Retrofocus |
| Elements | 8 |
| Groups | 6 |
| Coating | NIC (Nikon) |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £200 - £350
- Mint
- ~£450
Indicative, no dated source.