Nikon 135mm f/5.6 Nikkor-W Lens
The Nikon 135mm f/5.6 is a 135mm f/5.6 lens designed for Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon 135mm f/5.6 Nikkor-W Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 135mm f/5.6
Key Features — Nikon 135mm f/5.6
135mm Large Format Prime: A standard focal length for large format systems, suitable for a wide range of subjects from architecture to portraiture.
f/5.6 Maximum Aperture: Provides adequate light transmission for composing and focusing on a ground glass, typical for large format optics of this type.
Lens Board Mount: Mounts via a standard technical camera lens board — buyers should confirm compatibility with their specific camera's board size before purchasing.
Manual Focus Design: Fully manual operation suits the deliberate ground-glass focusing workflow standard in large format photography.
Lightweight at 200g: Notably light for a large format lens, making it a practical choice for field and travel use with a view or technical camera.
Nikkor-W Optical Formula: The W (Wide Field) designation indicates a design optimized for a broad image circle, providing generous coverage and movements on large format film or sensors.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 135mm f/5.6
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Landscape, Architecture, Product |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Large Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 135mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/5.6 |
| Camera System | Large Format |
| Lens Mount | Lens Board (Technical Camera) |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 200g |
Description — Nikon 135mm f/5.6
The Nikon 135mm f/5.6 Nikkor-W is a large format prime lens designed for technical camera systems. It features a fixed 135mm focal length in the standard range and a maximum aperture of f/5.6, paired with manual focus operation that fits naturally into the large format shooting workflow. Mounting is via a Lens Board (Technical Camera) interface, so compatibility depends on the specific technical or field camera being used — buyers should confirm board sizing before purchase.
At just 200g, this lens is impressively lightweight for the large format category, reducing the overall kit burden for photographers working on location. There is no image stabilization, and the filter thread size is not specified. Whether you're shooting landscapes, studio work, or detailed architectural subjects on a large format system, the 135mm focal length and compact form factor make this a practical and portable prime option.
Pros — Nikon 135mm f/5.6
- ✓Lightweight at just 200g, making it practical for field use
- ✓135mm standard focal length offers versatile framing for large format work
- ✓Prime lens design at f/5.6 maximum aperture
Cons — Nikon 135mm f/5.6
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/5.6 is relatively modest, limiting light gathering
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus available
- ✗No image stabilization
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