Nikon Zoom-Nikkor Auto 3,5/43-86mm | カメラレンズ

Overview / Rarity / Cultural Background
This is a vintage Nikkor Auto Zoom 43-86mm f/3.5 lens by Nikon.

Introduced as one of the world's first commercially successful standard zoom lenses for 35mm SLR cameras, it marked a significant milestone in photographic lens design. Its constant f/3.5 aperture and versatile focal range made it a popular choice among photographers during the manual-focus era.

Well-preserved examples are becoming increasingly difficult to find, particularly outside Japan. Compared to zoom lenses from brands such as Carl Zeiss, the Nikkor 43-86mm is valued for its historical importance and its role in the evolution of modern zoom lenses.

This lens reflects the period when Japanese manufacturers pioneered innovative optical technologies and established new standards for professional photography.

Serial
453496

Appearance
Minor scratches and stains from use.

Optics
There is no fog.
There is no fungus.
There is no balsam separation.
There are small scratches on the front element.
There are no large dusts.
No problem in the shooting.

Functional
It has been confirmed to work properly.
The aperture blades move smoothly.
The aperture operates properly.
The helicoid operates smoothly.

Bundled Items
All you can see on the picture will be included in a set of a package.

Shipping
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Payment
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International Buyers - Please Note:
This item will be shipped from Japan.
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