RARE!!!【Top Mint】Nikon NIKKOR 85mm f/2 Ais Ai-s Portrait Lens From Japan #2677

About This Item

Carefully inspected used manual focus lens from Japan.
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Appearance

This is a used manual focus lens. It shows light signs of normal use such as minor scratches, scuffs, or small paint wear.Overall, it remains in very good cosmetic condition for a pre-owned item.
Please carefully check the photos for the exact condition of the item.

Condition

The lens has been tested and confirmed to work properly.

• Focus ring works smoothly
• Aperture ring clicks properly
• Aperture blades move smoothly

Please note that this is a used manual focus lens, so minor signs of age or use may be present.
Normal mechanical feel is expected for a pre-owned vintage lens.

Optical System

• No fungus
• No haze or fog
• No scratches
• No balsam separation

The optics are clear and suitable for normal shooting.

Included Items

Lens 
Nikon front/rear lens cap
Kenko MC PROTECTOR 52mm

Nikon NIKKOR 85mm f/2 Ai-s Manual Focus Portrait Prime Lens From Japan #2677

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Specifications

• Mount: Nikon F Mount (Ai-S)
• Focal Length: 85mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Construction: 5 Elements in 5 Groups
• Angle of View: 28°30'
• Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.85m (2.8 ft)
• Filter Size: 52mm
• Aperture Blades: 7
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Lens Type: Short Telephoto Portrait Prime Lens
• Weight: Approx. 310g
• Compatible Cameras: Nikon FM, FM2, FE, FE2, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6 and Nikon Digital Cameras with F Mount Compatibility
• Made in Japan

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Camera Store Comment

The Nikon NIKKOR 85mm f/2 Ai-S is one of Nikon's most respected classic portrait lenses, renowned for its outstanding sharpness, beautiful rendering, and exceptionally compact design. It remains a favorite among photographers who appreciate the unique character of vintage Nikon optics.

The 85mm focal length is widely considered ideal for portrait photography. It provides flattering facial proportions and natural subject compression while allowing photographers to maintain a comfortable working distance from their subjects. The result is a highly pleasing and professional look that has made the 85mm focal length legendary among portrait photographers.

With its bright f/2 maximum aperture, this lens excels at subject isolation and low-light photography. The combination of moderate telephoto perspective and wide aperture produces smooth, natural background blur that draws attention directly to the subject while maintaining excellent detail and dimensionality.

Optically, the NIKKOR 85mm f/2 Ai-S is highly regarded for its exceptional center sharpness, rich color reproduction, and beautiful tonal transitions. Images display a classic Nikon character with strong micro-contrast and a three-dimensional rendering that remains highly sought after today.

One of the most appealing aspects of this lens is its size and handling. Unlike many larger portrait lenses, the 85mm f/2 Ai-S is compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, making it an excellent choice for travel, street portraits, events, and everyday photography.

Its precision-machined all-metal construction reflects Nikon's commitment to professional craftsmanship during the manual-focus era. The smooth focusing ring allows extremely precise manual focusing, providing a rewarding shooting experience on both film and digital cameras.

Today, the Nikon NIKKOR 85mm f/2 Ai-S is widely appreciated by collectors, film photographers, and mirrorless users adapting classic Nikon lenses. Its combination of portability, image quality, and timeless rendering continues to make it one of the finest portrait lenses in Nikon's vintage lineup.

For photographers seeking a classic portrait lens with beautiful bokeh, excellent sharpness, and legendary Nikon craftsmanship, the NIKKOR 85mm f/2 Ai-S remains an outstanding choice.

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