The Nikon Micro-NIKKOR-P Auto 55mm f/3.5 is a manual focus macro lens produced during the pre-AI era of Nikon’s F-mount lineup, designed for close-up and 1:2 reproduction photography. Built with a 5-element optical construction in 5 groups, the lens delivers sharp, high-contrast results well-suited to macro and general purpose shooting alike. As a pre-AI lens, it features the original rabbit-ear aperture coupling prong and is not natively compatible with AI or AIS metering systems without modification; however, it can be adapted for use on modern mirrorless cameras via third-party F-mount adapters. The 55mm focal length provides comfortable working distance for close-up subjects, and the all-metal construction reflects the build quality characteristic of Nikon’s classic manual focus era. Minimum focus distance allows for 1:2 (half life-size) magnification natively, with full 1:1 achievable via extension.
– Mount: Nikon F (Pre-AI, non-modified)
– Focal Length: 55mm
– Maximum Aperture: f/3.5
– Optical Design: 5 elements in 5 groups
– Focus Type: Manual focus
– Maximum Magnification: 1:2 (0.5x) native
– Aperture Blades: 7
– Filter Thread: 52mm
– Construction: All-metal barrel
– Mirrorless Compatibility: Adaptable via F-mount to mirrorless adapters (manual exposure)

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