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Nikon NIKKOR-P Auto 10.5cm 105mm f/2.5 Non-Ai Portrait Prime Lens From Japan #2694
Specifications
Nikon NIKKOR-P Auto 10.5cm 105mm f/2.5 Non-Ai
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Mount: Nikon F Mount (Non-Ai / Pre-AI)
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Lens Type: Manual Focus Telephoto Prime Lens
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Focal Length: 105mm (10.5cm)
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Maximum Aperture: f/2.5
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Minimum Aperture: f/22
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Optical Construction: 5 Elements in 4 Groups (early NIKKOR-P Auto version)
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Angle of View: Approx. 23°
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Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.0m
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Aperture Blades: 7
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Filter Size: 52mm
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Focus Type: Manual Focus
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Built-in Retractable Lens Hood
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Lens Barrel Finish: Classic metal construction
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Made in Japan
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Weight: Approx. 375g
The 105mm f/2.5 is one of Nikon’s most famous portrait lenses, and Nikon traces the design lineage of the 10.5cm f/2.5 back to the original postwar NIKKOR telephoto formula. Nikon’s historical materials and long-running reviews of the F-mount 105mm f/2.5 support the classic 105mm portrait reputation and the early 10.5cm heritage.
Professional Camera Store Comment
The Nikon NIKKOR-P Auto 10.5cm 105mm f/2.5 is one of the true legends of Nikon manual-focus photography and one of the most respected classic portrait lenses ever made. Long before modern autofocus portrait lenses became common, the 105mm f/2.5 had already earned its reputation for producing elegant, flattering portraits with exceptional sharpness and beautifully natural background blur.
What makes this lens so special is its balance between classic rendering and real optical performance. The 105mm focal length gives portraits a very natural perspective with flattering compression, while the bright f/2.5 aperture allows strong subject separation and smooth out-of-focus backgrounds. Faces stand out cleanly from the background, and the lens produces a refined, timeless look that still appeals strongly to photographers today.
Another reason this lens is so highly regarded is its famous image character. The NIKKOR 105mm f/2.5 is known for crisp detail, rich contrast, and gentle tonal transitions that make portraits look natural rather than harsh. Skin tones render beautifully, and the lens has enough sharpness for fine detail while still maintaining the classic softness of out-of-focus areas that portrait photographers love. Even decades after its release, many photographers still seek this lens specifically for its rendering rather than simply for nostalgia.
Build quality is also a major part of the appeal. This Non-Ai NIKKOR-P Auto version features the all-metal construction and precise mechanical feel that define vintage Nikon optics. The manual focus ring offers smooth, deliberate operation, making it enjoyable for careful portrait work, street shooting, and adapted mirrorless use. It is a lens that feels substantial without being overly large, and it remains very practical to carry and use in the field.
For modern users, this lens is also a fantastic option for adapting to mirrorless cameras. On Nikon Z, Sony E, Canon RF, Leica L, and many other systems with the proper adapter, it becomes a compact vintage telephoto with a distinctive look that modern lenses often do not replicate. Whether you are shooting portraits, travel details, street scenes, or artistic close telephoto compositions, the lens offers a classic Nikon rendering style with real photographic depth and character.
If you are looking for one of Nikon’s most iconic manual-focus portrait lenses—something with history, craftsmanship, and a genuinely beautiful image signature—the NIKKOR-P Auto 10.5cm 105mm f/2.5 is an outstanding choice and a cornerstone piece in the world of vintage Nikkor optics.
The 105mm f/2.5 is widely regarded as one of Nikon’s defining portrait lenses, and modern reviews still praise its sharpness, low distortion, and enduring image quality even by current standards.
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