nikkor vs. series e lens

[albert_smith]

<I>...i see that there's a nikkor and a series E. is there a big difference between them?</I><P>

 

I have Nikon's own literature from the 1980s, and can directly compare the optical layout of both lenses. The formulas are very similar, but the true Nikkor uses a more complex third / fourth element(s) set up with a cemented pair, while the Series E has a single element that closely matches that shape. Whether or not this would result in a difference that actually shows up on film would be hard to say.<P>

 

I'll post a quick scan to show the internal and external views of both lenses.<P>

 

FWIW, I don't know if you are married to the 135mm focal length, but like some of the others, I have the 75-150mm f/3.5 Series E lens and find it to be terrific. It is like a flexible 100mm or so lens with better framing options than a single focal length. Several of the photos in my folder (click on my name to access the photos) were amde with the 75-150mm zoom. You can check the data to confirm which lens was used.<div></div>

[albert_smith]

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