Nikon 24mm f 2 8 manual focus ai lens

Usps included im cleaning out the gear locker and have for sale this cool vintage rokinon 28mm f2. Ai s lenses can also be outfitted with an array of focal lengths that extend from 5millimeters to 180millimeters. Best nikon manual focus lenses list of latest vintage lenses. It was the first of nikon s full frame fisheye lenses with a f2. In addition to its 84 degree picture coverage and excellent speed, the 24mm f 2. So, internally, this afd was also using the same optical formula all. Optics are good especially for its era, but no better than. I still own this lens and it runs smoothly until now. The lens produces a generous 84 diagonal field of view on fx format cameras. Well known for superb optical quality, nikon s nikkor 24mm f2. Feb 10, 2019 with the exception of one lens, the 45mm f2. Compared to a 28mm lens it produces a 10 wider view. Normally there is little or no difference between nikon s ai and ai s versions of the various nikkor lenses however in this case theyre completely different designs. It followed by, around the period of 19771978 where a non ai nikkor 24mm f2.

These nikon ai s manual camera lenses are compatible with a wide variety of brands that include nikon, sigma, tamron, tokina, and vivitar. The 16mm fisheye nikkor is a full frame fisheye, giving you a diagonal view of 180 on a fx sized dslr or on a film camera. If you want an inexpensive highperformance manualfocus 24mm lens, go for it. A fast allaround prime lens particularly well suited for travel, landscapes, environmental portraits and more, the af nikkor 24mm f2. The focusing ring of the gn nikkor turned in the opposite direction from all other nikkors, i. Auto focus is not working, only manual focus works on lens camera strap and book. When you need to focus on just one element in a scene, a manual focus lens can assist you in achieving your goal. Nikon lens are all time favorite lens for photographers but old manual nikon lens are became more popular in video makers. This classic nikon fe camera is in very good condition. It has 9 elements in 7 groups and came in three different cosmetic variations. Lenses at this focal length provides about twice the image of a 35mm lens and about three times that of the 50mm lens. The manual focus ring itself is smooth, and there is a focus distance window with a few markings. After working on a lot of personal assignments with my leica mp240 using prime lenses with manual focusing, i started to look into the possibility. Eventually when the reflex nikon f slr camera was debuted in 1959.

Up to the pre ai period of the mid 70, the non ai 24mm f2. As with all nikkor manual focus equipment this lens is built to very high standards. Most of these lenses have extraordinary optics, like the legendary 105mm f2. Nice, compact, wide prime with cool lens flares but issues with glare.

As a manual focus lens, i wouldnt use it for anything that moves. Well known for superb optical quality, nikons nikkor 24mm f2. Perhaps nikon has a lot of pride with the original optical design used in the 24mm wideangle lens because optically it was still adopting the same optical formula of 9 elements in 9 groups that actually first used for the manual focus ai nikkor 24mm f2. Dec 16, 2018 much to my pleasure, a recent opportunity popped up test an older, mint condition, nikon 24mm f2.

When attached to a dxformat digital slr, the angle of view is equivalent to that of a lens with a focal length of 36 mm in fx35mm format. All non ai lenses have a letter after the word nikkor, to tell the number of elements in the optical formula. It was a manual focus lens with nine elements in seven groups, and was single coated until nikons coatings were upgraded in 1972. Instead of a simple 5 element design that every other 28mm f 2. They are fun to play with and have some great character to them, but by no means are scientifically perfect. This manualfocus 24mm f2 ais works great with most nikon cameras, film and digital. If you want an inexpensive highperformance manual focus 24mm lens, go for it. Both photos were taken with the uv filter in place. Mint nikon ai nikkor 50mm f2 manual focus prime lens ebay. This relatively old lens has two major selling points at this point in time its small size and low cost compared to the newer and faster nikon afs nikkor 24mm. That version of the 24mm lens has a differing 9 elements in 9 groups optical formula together.

Aug 20, 2012 this is one of my favourite lenses ever, the nikkor 24mm f2. A wideangle, fast aperture lens with a revolutionary optical design, the nikon 14 24mm f2. Nikon 50mm manual focus lens shootout casual photophile. Bargain condition, but as usually happens with them, its in much better shape than advertised. Electronic manual focus override is performed in the following way. It works flawlessly with every manual focus nikon ever made, from the original nikon f of 1959 through the fm3a and todays fm10. Despite the downsides, there is a really nice feeling to the way the lens draws light that makes it better than my complaints would suggest. This allows it a level of correction seen in no other nikon wide angle. The 24mm proves to be an excellent lens for candid, architectural and other demanding photogr. See 4 sample photos taken with the nikon nikkor 24mm f2.

Manual focus nikon lenses, introduced in 1982, with aperture indexing shutter system for meter coupling. The 24mm proves to be an excellent lens for candid, architectural and other demanding photography applications. Manual focus lenses for nikon camera 24mm focal ebay. Fxformat compatible, wideangle prime lens with 24 mm focal length and f1. Registering your nikon product allows us to send you with your permission important updates, service information and helpful hints, and it makes it. Its not optimal either, as with most autofocus lenses. Non ai manual focus nikon lenses made from 1959 and prior to 1977. Its special formula embodies an independent rear lens group movement that dramatically improves image quality at close focusing distances.

However, there is a faint bit of slop in the focus ring, and the overall focus throw is. Nikon is currently lacking in fast primes, and this lens fits the bill. Nikon nikkor manual focus camera lenses 24mm focal for sale. It works flawlessly with every manual focus nikon ever made, from the f of 1959 through the fm3a and todays fm10. It features nikons closerangecorrection which ensures that optical quality is maintained even at close distances. Featuring the close range correction system and high optical performance of nikon integrated coating for on airtogas lens surfaces.

Wellsuited for landscape and travel photography, the nikkor 24mm f2. Mint nikon ai nikkor 50mm f2 manual focus prime lens at the best online prices at ebay. From nikon lens literature this compact and lightweight fast f2. It features nikon s closerangecorrection which ensures that optical quality is maintained even at close distances.

It works flawlessly with every manual focus nikon ever made, from the. This compact sized wideangle lens features a convenient 52mm filter size and a very smooth focusing. Many of these lenses were later upgraded, like the one you see here, to ai for use with all modern nikons. The nikon s closerangecorrection crc system ensures that optical quality is maintained even at close distances. Note that you dont have to switch camera andor lens to manual focus mode. Learn more about the supplied lc52 snapon front lens cap 52mm.

Description details in addition to its 84 degree picture coverage and excellent speed, the 24mm f 2. This manual focus lens has a big reputation for build quality, being constructed of metal as opposed to plastic and optical performance. These download terms and conditions agreement constitute a legal agreement between you either an individual or single entity and nikon corporation or its associated company nikon setting forth the terms and conditions governing your download of the operation manual for our products manual. Im sure thats what you meant but it can be confusing. Smallest aperture is orange if not, then the lens is either ai or pre ai.