Product Overview

This listing is for an [Excellent] grade Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2 D Auto Focus Wide Angle Lens. Renowned for its superb optical quality and fast f/2 aperture, this lens is a versatile choice for street photography, landscapes, and general everyday use. It offers crisp imagery and excellent low-light performance.

Condition & Grade

This lens is in Excellent overall condition. While it has been thoroughly tested and confirmed to operate perfectly, we want to disclose the following minor points upfront to ensure complete transparency:

• There is a slight scuff on the exterior barrel, consistent with normal handling.
• A slight internal haze is present within the optical elements. Our tests confirm this haze does not affect image quality under normal shooting conditions.

Please refer to the high-resolution photos for a detailed visual assessment.

Detailed Inspection Results

We have meticulously inspected and tested this lens to ensure full functionality and optical clarity. Our findings are as follows:

Functional Checks:

• Autofocus (AF): OPERATIONAL. Engages swiftly and focuses accurately.
• Helicoid (Focus Ring): OPERATIONAL. Smooth and consistent movement throughout the entire focus range, without stiffness or excessive play.
• Aperture Blades: OPERATIONAL. Snappy, clean, and free of oil or stickiness. Opens and closes correctly at all settings.

Optical Inspection (Lens):

• Dirt: NONE.
• Dust: NONE.
• Haze: SLIGHT. Minimal internal haze detected. Based on our testing, this does not impact image clarity or contrast in normal shooting.
• Fungus: NONE.
• Scratches: NONE. Front, rear, and internal elements are clear of scratches.

Equipment-Specific Known Issues Assessment

Based on known common issues for the Nikon AF Nikkor 35mm f/2 D model, here is our assessment for this specific item:

• Lens Scratches (Medium Severity): NOT PRESENT. This specific lens's optical elements are confirmed to be free of scratches.
• Cosmetic Wear (Low Severity): PRESENT. This lens shows a scuff on the exterior barrel.
• Internal Haze (Medium Severity): PRESENT. Slight internal haze is noted, but confirmed not to impact image quality during normal photography.

All other common issues applicable to lenses of this type (e.g., severe mechanical failures, critical optical damage) are NOT present in this unit.

Included Accessories

• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap

Who This Product Is NOT Recommended For

This lens may not be the ideal choice for:

• Collectors seeking a "mint" or "like new" item: Due to the slight cosmetic scuff and internal haze, this lens is not cosmetically perfect.
• Photographers who require absolute optical perfection under all extreme conditions: While the slight haze does not affect normal shooting, those requiring pristine optics for highly specialized or backlit conditions might prefer a lens without any internal imperfections.
• Buyers who expect brand new accessories: The included lens caps may show minor signs of wear consistent with age.

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