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| − | The ''L35AF'' was [[Nikon]]'s first compact camera with [[autofocus]], released in 1983, a few years after Nikon's competitors had opened up the [[point and shoot]] market. It was therefore also the first in the [[Nikon L series|L series]]. It was an immediate hit thanks to its robust design and excellent specification, and has since become something of a cult classic among collectors. A version with an "autodate" function was called the ''L35AD''. The L35AF was given the nickname 'Pikaichi' ("top notch") in Japan.<ref>[http://imaging.nikon.com/products/imaging/technology/nikkor/n33_e.htm Article about L35AF lens design] | + | The ''L35AF'' was [[Nikon]]'s first compact camera with [[autofocus]], released in 1983, a few years after Nikon's competitors had opened up the [[point and shoot]] market. It was therefore also the first in the [[Nikon L series|L series]]. It was an immediate hit thanks to its robust design and excellent specification, and has since become something of a cult classic among collectors. A version with an "autodate" function was called the ''L35AD''. The L35AF was given the nickname 'Pikaichi' ("top notch") in Japan.<ref>[http://imaging.nikon.com/products/imaging/technology/nikkor/n33_e.htm Article about L35AF lens design] at imaging.nikon.com</ref>The lens was designed by Koichi Wakamiya as an update to the Sonnar formula.<ref>[http://imaging.nikon.com/products/imaging/technology/nikkor/n33_e.htm Article about L35AF lens design] at imaging.nikon.com</ref> |
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== Specifications == | == Specifications == | ||
* [[35mm]] film camera | * [[35mm]] film camera | ||
| − | * Lens: 35mm f/2.8 with autofocus | + | * Lens: 35mm f/2.8 with autofocus from 0.8m to infinity. It had five elements in four groups.* Exposure: Fully automatic, range EV 6 (f/2.8 at 1/8 sec.) to EV 17 (f/17.5 at 1/430 sec.) with ASA/ISO 100 film |
| − | + | * Features: Integral flash, 46mm filter thread. It Requires two AA alkaline batteries. | |
| − | * Features: Integral flash, filter thread. | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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| Nikon L35AF by Final Approach. |
The L35AF was Nikon's first compact camera with autofocus, released in 1983, a few years after Nikon's competitors had opened up the point and shoot market. It was therefore also the first in the L series. It was an immediate hit thanks to its robust design and excellent specification, and has since become something of a cult classic among collectors. A version with an "autodate" function was called the L35AD. The L35AF was given the nickname 'Pikaichi' ("top notch") in Japan.[1]The lens was designed by Koichi Wakamiya as an update to the Sonnar formula.[2]
Specifications
- 35mm film camera
- Lens: 35mm f/2.8 with autofocus from 0.8m to infinity. It had five elements in four groups.* Exposure: Fully automatic, range EV 6 (f/2.8 at 1/8 sec.) to EV 17 (f/17.5 at 1/430 sec.) with ASA/ISO 100 film
- Features: Integral flash, 46mm filter thread. It Requires two AA alkaline batteries.
References
- ↑ Article about L35AF lens design at imaging.nikon.com
- ↑ Article about L35AF lens design at imaging.nikon.com
Links
- L35AF/L35AD on Nikon Imaging official website.
- Nikon L35AF in Sylvain Halgand's collection.
