Lens, 55mm F/2.8A, Nikon, Space Shuttle

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Nikon

Summary

This Nikon zoom lens was used on space shuttle missions in the early 1990s with a Hasselblad camera, one of the most commonly used cameras in the space program. Lenses of this size are typically used for interior spacecraft photography and documenting activities immediately outside its windows.

NASA transferred this lens to the Museum in 2008 when it was no longer needed for spaceflight.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A20080101000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

EQUIPMENT-Photographic

Materials

Stainless steel, aluminum, plastic, glass, Velcro

Dimensions

Overall: 8.26 x 6.35cm (3 1/4in. x 2 1/2in.)

Country of Origin

Japan

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9c6555d0c-3cc7-45c3-917f-b6f0cf776af1

Record ID

nasm_A20080101000