Nippon Kogaku Nikkor-H Auto 28mm f/3.5

Nippon Kogaku Nikkor-H Auto 28mm f/3.5 | S/N: 642319

Nippon Kogaku Nikkor-H Auto 28mm f/3.5 - Good Condition | Legendary Wide-Angle Prime with Classic Metal Build

Introductory Paragraph The Nippon Kogaku Nikkor-H Auto 28mm f/3.5 is the definitive choice for the enthusiast who values historic mechanical layout and classic vintage rendering. Celebrated for its robust, all-metal "scalloped focus ring" construction, this early wide-angle lens features a 6-element optical formula (denoted by the "H" for Hexa) that delivers excellent distortion control and edge-to-edge sharpness. Its expansive field of view makes it an incredibly capable tool for street photography, architecture, and wide landscapes. Whether mounted to a classic non-AI Nikon SLR or adapted to a modern digital system, this Nippon Kogaku lens provides the mechanical honesty and organic vintage character that defined the golden age of photojournalism.

Key Features

• Expansive 28mm wide-angle focal length, offering a classic perspective that is perfect for street photography and sweeping landscapes.

• Premium 6-element optical design (Nikkor-H), engineered to maintain high contrast and minimize wide-angle linear distortion.

• Renowned Nippon Kogaku craftsmanship, featuring an iconic scalloped all-metal barrel built to survive decades of professional use.

• Tactile 5-blade manual aperture diaphragm, rendering distinct, sharp vintage sunstars when stopped down.

• Native Nikon F Non-AI mount (with meter coupling prong), ensuring absolute authenticity for vintage mechanical Nikon bodies.

• Highly precise manual focusing helicoid, providing beautifully dampened, buttery-smooth tactile feedback.

• Standard 52mm front filter thread, matching the classic universal size shared across the vast majority of vintage Nikkor prime lenses.

Condition Report Good condition. Body/Barrel: Shows normal signs of light use and minor cosmetic surface wear consistent with standard vintage handling. Sensor/Optics: Lens elements are clean and clear; free from fungus, heavy internal separation, or deep scratches. Minimal internal dust is present under close inspection, which does not affect image contrast or resolution. Mechanics/Electronics: The manual focusing helicoid turns smoothly across the entire range, and the aperture ring clicks cleanly. The aperture blades are dry, quick, and completely free from oil residue.

Specialist Note "The Nikkor-H Auto 28mm f/3.5 from the Nippon Kogaku era is an absolute masterpiece of over-engineered mechanical design. What I love about this lens is its predictable, honest rendering—it delivers incredibly sharp details across the frame with a beautiful, lower-contrast vintage tone that handles highlights gracefully. The scalloped metal focus ring feels amazing under your fingers, offering a level of tactile precision that modern plastic lenses simply cannot replicate. It’s a bulletproof piece of Japanese engineering. For anyone seeking a classic, wide-angle manual prime with a distinct historic character, this Nikkor-H is a top-tier choice."

What's Included

• Nippon Kogaku Nikkor-H Auto 28mm f/3.5 Prime Lens (S/N: 642319)

• Front Lens Cap

• Rear Lens Cap
  

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Nippon Kogaku (Nikon)

• Model: Nikkor-H Auto 28mm f/3.5

• Lens Type: Wide-Angle Lens

• Focal Length: 28mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5

• Lens Mount: Nikon F Mount (Non-AI)

• Filter Size: 52mm

• Category: 2. Lenses ▸ Wide-Angle Lens

• Battery Type: None