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    Nikon Micro Nikkor 55 mm f/ 3.5 non-Ai
    Nikon Micro Nikkor 55 mm f/ 3.5 non-Ai

    Nikon Micro Nikkor 55 mm f/ 3.5 non-Ai

    55mm · f/3.5

    Overview

    The Nikon Micro Nikkor 55mm f/3.5 non-Ai is a vintage manual-focus macro lens praised for exceptional sharpness and flat-field performance from close-up to infinity, making it suitable for general photography as well as macro. Its all-metal build is mechanically precise and durable, surviving drops. Weaknesses include a slow f/3.5 aperture, manual focus only, and incompatibility with many digital cameras without metering. It suits budget-conscious photographers seeking a sharp normal lens for manual-focus or mirrorless cameras with adapters.