Nikon AF NIKKOR 35-70mm f/2.8D....Haze and fungus!

[norm123]

Hi all
I took the decision to buy a digital camera, a Nikon Df. I'm happy with this camera. I'm a film shooter since many years but in some situations I do digital shooting. So, I'm looking for an used Nikon 35-70mm D version. I don't know why but almost every lens on the used market have haze or/and fungus. I don't care about some dust. What's the problem with this lens? is there a bad conception of the lens? What are yours experience. What are my other options in used market?

Norm

 

[Ariston]

It is a common problem. I bought one that had some haze. It is not repairable, at least in my case, because it is between cemented elements.

 

[StepheKoontz]

It is a common problem. I bought one that had some haze. It is not repairable, at least in my case, because it is between cemented elements.

Very common problem and even when new, these flare pretty bad. While sharp, i wasn't impressed with the rendering nor with this flare issue + they are really heavy. I don't miss this lens. Just my opinion of course.

 

[Austintatious]

You may consider looking at the AF Nikkor 28-105mm 3.5-4.5D. Not too expensive and good reviews on this lens. I really like the copy I have.

 

[Kino]

Lets face it; push-pull zooms, and even the 2 ring AF 24-120 D FX lens, by their nature pump air in and out of the lens assembly. That air has to be displaced and replaced every time you zoom; none of these lenses are air tight or they wouldn't work.

So, critters and spores get sucked into this nice micro environment to make happy homes.

 

[norm123]

You may consider looking at the AF Nikkor 28-105mm 3.5-4.5D. Not too expensive and good reviews on this lens. I really like the copy I have.

Thank you for your advise. I'll consider it.