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    Nikon Micro Nikkor-P.C 55 mm f/ 3.5 non-Ai
    Nikon Micro Nikkor-P.C 55 mm f/ 3.5 non-Ai

    Nikon Micro Nikkor-P.C 55 mm f/ 3.5 non-Ai

    55mm · f/3.5

    Overview

    The Nikon Micro Nikkor-P.C 55mm f/3.5 non-Ai is a manual-focus macro lens known for excellent sharpness wide open and pleasant color rendering. Its double-helicoid focusing is smooth and precise, and build quality is robust, surviving drops. Optical weaknesses include softness at f/22 and slight hot-spotting at f/16. It offers 1:2 magnification natively, requiring an extension ring for 1:1. The lens suits manual-focus enthusiasts and product photographers on a budget.