{"product_id":"nikon-series-e-zoom-36-72mm-f-3-5-ai-s-w-caps-from-japan-e0263","title":"【Top Mint】Nikon Series E Zoom 36-72mm f\/3.5 Ai-s w\/Caps from Japan #E0263","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 860px; margin: 0px auto; background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); box-shadow: rgba(32, 84, 147, 0.08) 0px 4px 16px;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; background: linear-gradient(135deg, rgb(15, 76, 129) 0%, rgb(47, 111, 178) 55%, rgb(127, 179, 230) 100%); padding: 30px 24px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(184, 208, 232);\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:34px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:1px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e       Peekaboo Japan\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px;font-size:15px;letter-spacing:1.5px;color:#eaf4ff;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003e\n Specialty Store for Used Manual Focus Lenses from Japan\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 30px 26px;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 26px; text-align: center; background: rgb(247, 251, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); padding: 24px 20px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#173b63\" face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNikon Series E Zoom 36-72mm f\/3.5 Ai-s w\/Caps from Japan #E0263\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 26px; background: rgb(248, 251, 254); border-left: 5px solid rgb(47, 111, 178); padding: 18px 20px;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n About This Item\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:15px;color:#4f6780;line-height:1.9;\"\u003e\n Carefully inspected used manual focus lens from Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\n We specialize in pre-owned cameras and lenses and inspect each item carefully before listing and before shipment.\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 24px; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003e\n Appearance\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e\n This is a used manual focus lens. It shows light signs of normal use such as minor scratches, scuffs, or small paint wear.Please carefully check the photos for the exact condition of the item.\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 24px; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003e\n Condition\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e\n The lens has been tested and confirmed to work properly.\n \u003cul style=\"margin:12px 0 12px 22px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eFocus ring works smoothly\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eZoom ring works smoothly\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eAperture ring clicks properly\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eAperture blades move smoothly\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n Please note that this is a used manual focus lens, so minor signs of age or use may be present.\u003cbr\u003e\n Normal mechanical feel is expected for a pre-owned vintage lens.\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 24px; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003e\n Optical System\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 12px 22px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo fungus\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo haze or fog\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo balsam separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n The optics are clear and suitable for normal shooting.\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); margin-bottom: 24px; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003eLens\u003cbr\u003eFront lens cap\u003cbr\u003eRear lens cap\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEverything shown in the photos is included in the package.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); margin-bottom: 24px; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0 22px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Nikon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Series E Zoom 36-72mm f\/3.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLens Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Manual Focus Standard Zoom Lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLens Mount:\u003c\/b\u003e Nikon F Mount (Ai-S)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatible Cameras:\u003c\/b\u003e Nikon F-mount film SLRs and DSLRs (manual focus), mirrorless cameras via adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e 35mm Full Frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 36–72mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaximum Aperture:\u003c\/b\u003e f\/3.5 (constant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMinimum Aperture:\u003c\/b\u003e f\/22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLens Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 Elements in 8 Groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAngle of View:\u003c\/b\u003e 62° – 33°20'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMinimum Focusing Distance:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.2 m (4 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFocus Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Manual Focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eZoom Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Two-touch (separate zoom and focus rings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAperture Coupling:\u003c\/b\u003e Ai-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth-of-Field Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFilter Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 52mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in:\u003c\/b\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e Front and rear caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); margin-bottom: 24px; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003eProfessional Camera Store's Recommendation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThe Nikon Series E Zoom 36-72mm f\/3.5 is a compact manual-focus standard zoom from Nikon's Series E line, created to give photographers an affordable, lightweight alternative to carrying several prime lenses. Designed for cameras such as the Nikon EM, FG and FM series, it has earned a reputation as a dependable and pleasantly sharp everyday lens. Decades after its introduction, it still earns genuine respect from photographers who appreciate well-made classic gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eIts 8-element, 8-group optical design delivers clean, contrasty images with natural colour, and the constant f\/3.5 maximum aperture keeps exposure consistent throughout the zoom range. Performance is especially good at medium apertures, where it produces crisp results suitable for both colour and black-and-white film. As with most lenses, stopping down one or two stops from maximum aperture brings out its best edge sharpness and contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eUnlike Nikon's push-pull designs, the 36-72mm uses separate zoom and focus rings, letting you adjust framing without disturbing focus. The lens is compact and light, balancing nicely on smaller bodies, and its Ai-S coupling ensures full compatibility with program and shutter-priority modes on cameras like the FG and FA. Its controls fall naturally under the fingers, making it comfortable to use during long shooting sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThe 36-72mm range covers moderate wide-angle through short telephoto, making it ideal for street photography, travel, everyday snapshots and environmental portraits. It is a great 'one lens' solution for photographers who want to travel light without sacrificing flexibility. It encourages you to explore new subjects and perspectives, which is one of the joys of photography. Its flexibility means it can easily become one of the most frequently used items in your camera bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThanks to the Nikon F mount, this lens remains remarkably versatile. It mounts directly on Nikon manual-focus film bodies such as the FM, FE, FM2, FE2, FA and F3, and on many Nikon DSLRs; higher-end models such as the D7000 series, D300 series, D700, D800 series and Df can even meter with it once the lens data is entered. With a simple adapter it also works beautifully on Nikon Z, Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, where focus peaking and magnification make precise manual focusing easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eOn mirrorless cameras the separate zoom and focus rings make the lens pleasant for video, and its compact size keeps the setup small. On APS-C bodies it becomes a useful normal-to-short-telephoto zoom, well suited to portraits and detail shots. It is the kind of versatility that turns a piece of gear into a long-term companion rather than a short-term purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThe Series E 36-72mm f\/3.5 is still appreciated today because it delivers solid image quality and reliability in a small, affordable package. Its classic rendering and simple handling make it an enjoyable lens for photographers learning manual focus or building a vintage kit. In a market full of disposable products, well-made classic equipment like this offers lasting value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eFor anyone wanting a compact, budget-friendly standard zoom for a classic Nikon or an adapted mirrorless camera, the Nikon Series E Zoom 36-72mm f\/3.5 is an excellent choice. We recommend it as a practical everyday lens with genuine Nikon heritage. It would make an excellent addition to your collection or a thoughtful gift for a fellow photography enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 24px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, rgb(244, 249, 255) 0%, rgb(232, 242, 252) 100%); border: 1px solid rgb(207, 224, 241); border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px 20px;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n Specialty Store for Used Cameras \u0026amp; Lenses\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e\n We are a Japan-based specialty store focusing on used cameras and lenses.\u003cbr\u003e\n Our items are carefully inspected and described as accurately as possible for international buyers.\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; padding: 20px 10px 4px; border-top: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240);\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#173b63;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e\n Thank you very much for your understanding.\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px;font-size:13px;color:#6f8dad;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003e\n Peekaboo Japan       \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nikon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50521527681162,"sku":"20261011JPY","price":51.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/2977\/4474\/files\/s-l1600_8e609331-4aef-46fe-96a4-71586af7e789.jpg?v=1792511021","url":"https:\/\/peek-a-boo-camera-japan.myshopify.com\/products\/nikon-series-e-zoom-36-72mm-f-3-5-ai-s-w-caps-from-japan-e0263","provider":"PEEK A BOO CAMERA JAPAN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}