Nikon AI-S Micro-NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8

Legendary manual focus macro sharpness and precision

Nikon AI-S Micro-NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8
85/100
LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 19
Durability 19
Price 17
Usability 15
Brand Nikon
Model 1434

Key Features

OPTICS 6 elements in 5 groups with Close-Range Correction (CRC) system
MACRO 1:2 magnification ratio at minimum focus distance
FOCUS Manual focus only with long, precise focus throw
APERTURE 7-blade diaphragm for smooth background rendering
MOUNT Nikon F-mount AI-S compatible
BUILD All-metal construction with high-grade optical glass
FILTER 52mm front filter thread size
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with most Nikon F-mount film and digital SLRs
COATING Nikon Integrated Coating (NIC) for flare reduction
SIZE Compact prime design for portability
STABILIZATION None (Manual lens)
WEATHER SEALING None (Vintage mechanical design)
BATTERY LIFE N/A (Fully mechanical)

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AI-S Micro-NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Large, smooth manual focus ring
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present Manual aperture control ring
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Nikon AI-S Micro-NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 55mm
Maximum Aperture f/2.8
Minimum Aperture f/32
Lens Construction 6 elements in 5 groups
Angle of View 43 degrees
Min Focus Distance 0.25m (9.8 in)
Max Magnification 0.5x (1:2)
Diaphragm Blades 7
Filter Size 52mm
Focus Type Manual
Dimensions 63.5 x 62.5 mm
Weight 300g