Nikon's mid-80s compact — the L135AF, fixed-lens autofocus, program AE, motorised, 1984.
The Nikon L135AF is a fixed-lens 35mm autofocus compact from 1984, part of Nikon's early L-series of automatic point-and-shoot cameras that followed the L35AF Pikaichi. It sat as an alternative pocket model in the range, continuing Nikon's move into the compact market during the mid-1980s. Cameras of this line are collected as examples of Nikon's first generation of consumer autofocus compacts.
This is a 35mm fixed-lens autofocus compact with a built-in Nikon lens. It uses active autofocus, programmed automatic exposure driven by a built-in meter, and has a built-in flash. Film handling is motorised for advance and rewind. The camera is battery-dependent and does not operate without power; exact lens and battery details should be confirmed against the specific body.
The L135AF suits everyday snapshots and travel where an easy, fully automatic camera is wanted. Its point-and-shoot operation makes it approachable for beginners, with the exposure and focus handled by the camera. It is a straightforward compact with minimal manual override.
On the used market check the light seals around the film door for perished foam, common on cameras of this age. Inspect the lens for haze or fungus, test autofocus and the meter, confirm the flash fires and recycles, and run the motor drive to verify advance and rewind. Check the battery compartment and door for corrosion, and confirm the camera powers up on fresh batteries since it is fully electronic.