Nikon Nikkor AI-S 15mm f/3.5
The Nikon 15mm f/3.5 is a 15mm f/3.5 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor AI-S 15mm f/3.5
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Lens Overview — Nikon 15mm f/3.5
Key Features — Nikon 15mm f/3.5
15mm Ultra-Wide Prime: Fixed 15mm focal length delivers a consistent, expansive field of view suited to landscapes, architecture, and environmental interiors.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed to cover a full 35mm image circle, making it compatible with full-frame Nikon F-mount bodies without vignetting.
Nikon AI-S Manual Focus: AI-S coupling provides precise aperture control and linear focus mechanics well suited to methodical, deliberate shooting.
f/3.5 Maximum Aperture: Reasonable light-gathering for an ultra-wide prime, allowing use in moderate low-light conditions without extreme underexposure.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with a wide range of Nikon F-mount film and DSLR bodies spanning several decades of production.
72mm Filter Thread: Standard 72mm front thread accepts a wide range of circular filters, including polarizers and NDs, without step-up adapters.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 15mm f/3.5
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Architecture, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Ultra Wide-Angle |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 15mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 72mm |
Description — Nikon 15mm f/3.5
The Nikon Nikkor AI-S 15mm f/3.5 is a prime, ultra-wide-angle lens built around the Nikon F mount and designed to cover a full-frame image circle. With a fixed 15mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5, this lens is a dedicated tool for photographers who want a consistent ultra-wide perspective without the complexity of a zoom. Focus is entirely manual, placing full creative control in the hands of the shooter.
The lens weighs 410g, striking a balance between build quality and portability, and features a 72mm filter thread for compatibility with a broad selection of standard circular filters. Image stabilization is not present, so steady handheld results depend on good shooting technique. Designed for DSLR camera systems, the Nikon F mount ensures wide compatibility with the Nikon F-mount ecosystem. This is a straightforward, spec-honest ultra-wide prime built for photographers who value manual operation and full-frame coverage.
Pros — Nikon 15mm f/3.5
- ✓Full-frame coverage means it works across the complete sensor area of compatible full-frame Nikon F-mount bodies
- ✓Fixed 15mm focal length delivers a consistent ultra-wide perspective with no zoom creep or variable aperture concerns
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/3.5 provides a reasonable light-gathering capability for an ultra-wide prime
Cons — Nikon 15mm f/3.5
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may slow down shooting in fast-moving or low-light scenarios
- ✗No image stabilization, so handheld shooting in dim conditions relies entirely on technique and shutter speed selection
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/3.5 is relatively modest for low-light or subject-isolation work
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