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    Nikon Nikkor 35 mm f/ 2.8 Ai-s
    Nikon Nikkor 35 mm f/ 2.8 Ai-s

    Nikon Nikkor 35 mm f/ 2.8 Ai-s

    35mm · f/2.8

    Overview

    The Nikon Nikkor 35mm f/2.8 Ai-s is a compact, all-metal manual-focus lens with rubberized focus and aperture rings. Optically, it offers excellent center sharpness even wide open, with no distortion and good corner performance, though it is not bitingly sharp and shows some haze at f/2.8. It performs best between f/4 and f/11. Weaknesses include a tendency to flare and a loose focus ring on some copies. It suits photographers seeking an affordable, compact 35mm lens for film or digital, especially those comfortable with manual focus and willing to use a hood.