Micro-Nikkor.C 50mm f3.5 in Leica screw mount.
Released in 1956. Optical design consists of 4 groups and 5 elements. Rangefinder-coupled. Accepts 34.5mm screw-in filters.
This was Nikon’s first 35mm-format lens to carry the Micro-Nikkor name.

The rangefinder coupling functions down to 1 meter, and by extending the helicoid further, close-up shooting is possible down to 45cm, albeit without rangefinder linkage.
With resolving power reaching 300 lines/mm, this lens consistently delivers astonishingly sharp images—even visible on the back monitor during test shots. Color rendering is also excellent.

Only around 1,200 units were ever produced across both Nikon S-mount and Leica mount versions, with fewer than 300 believed to exist in Leica mount.
Past examples handled by our store also tend to cluster within a narrow serial range.

A rare collector’s item. Incidentally, the dedicated lens hood for this Micro-Nikkor is even rarer than the lens itself and is seldom seen.

This item was previously sold by our store and has now returned to us after being carefully used by its former owner.
There are a few faint scuff marks on the mount, but overall, including the collapsible barrel, signs of use are minimal and the exterior remains in beautiful condition. No noticeable scratches, dings, or dents can be found.

It was fully overhauled in 2025. Thanks to meticulous servicing, both the aperture and focusing helicoid operate smoothly, offering a stress-free handling experience. The rangefinder coupling is also perfectly aligned.

The front element shows one small scratch and two or three faint cleaning marks, but otherwise, the glass is clear and free from haze, providing excellent transparency.
Test shots yielded very favorable results — please take a look at our sample gallery if you’re interested.

This lens delivers the kind of image quality you would expect. It can be enjoyed across a wide range of photography, from regular rangefinder use to close-up shooting via live view.