Nikon AI-S I ZØ
The preferred glass of photojournalists and fine-art photographers alike, Nikon’s AI and AI-S lenses dominated the 35mm SLR market in the 1970’s and 80’s. Their particular blend of technical excellence and soulful rendering separated Nikon primes from the competition then and provide a uniquely subtle and faithful option to cinematographers now.
These lenses are known for good contrast, strong color, modest flares, and gentle halation when shot wide open.
Focal Length | Speed | Weight (lbs) | Close Focus | Front Diameter |
15mm | T4.0-22 | 3.4 | 1' | 114mm |
20mm | T3.0-22 | 1.4 | 10" | 95mm |
24mm | T2.2-22 | 1.8 | 1' | 95mm |
28mm | T2.2-22 | 2 | 10" | 95mm |
35mm | T1.5-16 | 2.2 | 1' | 95mm |
50mm | T1.3-16 | 2.2 | 11" | 95mm |
58mm | T1.3-16 | 2.2 | 1'1" | 95mm |
85mm | T1.5-16 | 2.8 | 2'10" | 95mm |
105mm | T1.9-22 | 2.6 | 2'6" | 95mm |
135mm | T2.1-22 | 3.0 | 4' | 95mm |