Nikkor AF 35-70mm f/2.8 | Auto Focus Zoom Lens | F-Mount | Excellent

Brand: Nikon
Condition: Used
Name: Nikkor AF Zoom 35–70mm f/2.8
Type: Professional Standard Zoom Lens
Mount: Nikon F-mount (FX and DX compatible; requires in-body motor for AF)
CPB Lens Code: VJL01
Focal Length: 35–70mm
Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 constant
Optical Construction: 15 elements in 12 groups
Diaphragm: 7-blade aperture
Minimum Focus Distance: 0.6 m (Normal) / 0.28 m (Macro mode)
Maximum Magnification: 0.26×
Filter Thread: 62 mm
Weight: ~675 g

This Nikkor AF 35–70mm f/2.8 (VJL01) has been cleaned, inspected, and tested by the CPB Darkroom team. Rated 8/10, it is in excellent cosmetic and functional condition, showing minimal signs of use. The autofocus is fast and accurate (on compatible Nikon bodies), manual focus is smooth, and the constant f/2.8 aperture operates perfectly across the zoom range. The optics are clean, with no haze, fungus, or scratches. The aperture blades are snappy and oil-free. Listing photographs show the exact lens being sold.

Model Background
Produced from the late 1980s to early 2000s, the Nikkor AF 35–70mm f/2.8 was one of Nikon’s professional workhorse zooms, often paired with the F4 and early digital bodies. The constant f/2.8 aperture delivers excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field, while the Macro mode at 35mm enables close-up work. Known for its sharpness, contrast, and solid build, it remains a favourite among photographers who value classic Nikon rendering in a compact pro zoom.

Format & Usage Notes

• On full-frame FX bodies, covers moderate wide to short telephoto.

• On APS-C DX bodies, offers a ~52–105mm equivalent—ideal for portraits.

• Autofocus requires a Nikon body with an in-body focus motor (e.g., D7xxx series, D90, D200 and above, and all professional F-series film bodies).

About Our Lenses
At CPB Darkroom, every lens undergoes:

• Optical cleaning and clarity check

• Autofocus and manual focus function test

• Aperture blade inspection and cleaning

• Zoom and macro mode operation check

• Real-world image quality testing for sharpness and contrast

We source all gear from trusted dealers in India and Japan.
The sample images shown were made on film using this exact lens, offering a true representation of its rendering, sharpness, and overall image quality.